Some conscious poetry for the times we live in. Read 'The Mountain Kingdom' by Lizzy Mochochonono. #Lesothowrites They say dynamite comes in small packages Apparently so does trouble How can a country so small be this divided? All we do in our hearts is tremble As we wonder if the next gunshot will be on … Continue reading POETRY: ‘The Mountain Kingdom’ by Lizzy Mochochonono
SHORT STORY: ‘A journey of discovery’ by ‘Mamohau Thetsane
The “Freedom of Creative Expression” stories continue with "A journey of discovery" by 'Mamohau Thetsane --- It felt amazingly weird at first; everything around me seemed to have rhythm, an inexplicable yet beautiful melody that I could not understand. More amazing was the uncontrollable urge for me to reach for a pen and paper, to … Continue reading SHORT STORY: ‘A journey of discovery’ by ‘Mamohau Thetsane
SHORT STORY: “From the lips of ghosts” by Mafa Maiketso
The “Freedom of Creative Expression” stories continue with From the lips of ghosts by Mafa Maiketso. --- The white-bearded ghost howled and screamed in blood curdling grunts which shook and rattled the stern-looking trees, robust rocks, wet stones, rusting gates and decaying buildings in the vast wasteland nearby. The ghost was going to die again. … Continue reading SHORT STORY: “From the lips of ghosts” by Mafa Maiketso
SHORT STORY: “Going around in circles” by Selloane Tseka
The "Freedom of Creative Expression" stories continue with Going around in circles by Selloane Tseka --- The bar was almost full, with people milling about, some playing pool and others chatting excitedly to their friends. I was the only one at my table. No one spoke to me except for a few guys who sneered … Continue reading SHORT STORY: “Going around in circles” by Selloane Tseka
The state of arts education in Africa
One cannot teach art, the arts are something people do. Teaching is simply a matter and means of guiding the process.
SHORT STORY: “The Confrontation” by Nomak’hosi Adontsi
An entry into our Freedom of "Creative Expression" writing contest held in January 2015, this is The Confrontation by Nomak’hosi Adontsi. --- It was a new year; the first day of school meant new clothes as well as new hearts. I could tell by the brightness of their faces that something great had happened in their … Continue reading SHORT STORY: “The Confrontation” by Nomak’hosi Adontsi
SHORT STORY: “Perfect Fits” by Khosi Rajeke
Below is a short story called Perfect Fits written by Khosi Rajeke. It is the 3rd winner of Ba re e ne re's recent "Freedom of creative expression" writing contest. Please enjoy and share! #lesothowrites --- I have heard that finless fish that tend to drown in water can flourish in bowls of liquor like … Continue reading SHORT STORY: “Perfect Fits” by Khosi Rajeke
SHORT STORY: “Rear-ended” by Pontšo Mpholle
Our next story from Ba re e ne re‘s recent “Freedom of creative expression” writing contest is the provactive Rear-ended by Pontšo Mpholle. This was another one of our 3 contest prize-winners. Enjoy! *** So, my nudity makes you uncomfortable? Good. That is the whole point of art, to make people uncomfortable; to evoke-provoke-invoke emotions and incite cognitive tumult … Continue reading SHORT STORY: “Rear-ended” by Pontšo Mpholle
SHORT STORY: “Bophelo bo naka li maripa” by Lits’oanelo Yvonne Nei
To share the love from Ba re e ne re's recent "Freedom of creative expression" writing contest we wanted to publish some of the great short stories that were submitted to us. We plan to feature many stories over the coming weeks so get ready! The first story, Bophelo bo naka li maripa by Lits'oanelo Yvonne … Continue reading SHORT STORY: “Bophelo bo naka li maripa” by Lits’oanelo Yvonne Nei
Ba re e ne re awards prizes to exceptional local writers
At the core of Ba re e ne re, our intention is to inspire stories to be shared creatively and passionately across Lesotho. To show our commitment, we ran a student writing competition in the build up to our literature festival in 2014. We got in touch with Peace Corps Lesotho and through Volunteers Matt … Continue reading Ba re e ne re awards prizes to exceptional local writers
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