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
Ba re Director Lineo Segoete attends UNFPA workshop
Notes from the workshop: Until we assume our purpose we wander about sowing seeds in the hope that they will land on earth healthy enough to provide for their germination and maturity. Fortunately I wondered in the right direction: books! I’ve loved reading since pre-school. I made a personal vow to excel at learning how … Continue reading Ba re Director Lineo Segoete attends UNFPA workshop
Ba re Writing Contest runs through 30 January 2015
Ba re e ne re is excited to announce a new online writing competition which runs from now until January 30, 2015. The theme of this competition is "freedom of creative expression." We challenge you to share an original story of up to 750 words which includes the idea of "freedom of creative expression." 3 … Continue reading Ba re Writing Contest runs through 30 January 2015
Introducing the BA RE Dictionary
We would like to Introduce the BA RE Dictionary, a weekly series where we showcase the creativity and growth of the Sesotho language. Each week this year we will share on facebook and on our website a new Sesotho word that is either invented or comes from existing slang. We invite you to send us … Continue reading Introducing the BA RE Dictionary
Holiday Book Contest from BA RE
Wishing for the perfect book this holiday? Send BA RE E NE RE an email under 250 words about why you want the book of your dreams and you could be rewarded with your chosen book. BA RE E NE RE will choose up to 3 winners based on creativity and passion. Contest is open … Continue reading Holiday Book Contest from BA RE
Africa is a Country features Ba re e ne re
On October 6th the legendary African media website Africa is a Country published an article co-written by Lineo Segoete and Zachary Rosen about Ba re e ne re Literature Festival founder Liepollo Rantekoa the evolution of the festival. Full text below. Enjoy! In Sesotho, the language of Lesotho, the words “Ba re e ne re…” … Continue reading Africa is a Country features Ba re e ne re
Ba re e ne re in Mahala!
Ba re e ne re was featured on the online South African culture website Mahala in an article written by our Festival Director Lineo Segoete. Here is the text of the article: CULTIVATING AFRICAN VOICES by Lineo Segoete / 23.09.2014 September 5-7, 2014 saw the beginning of a revolution in the politically tense mountain kingdom … Continue reading Ba re e ne re in Mahala!
Ba re e ne re featured on the Mail & Guardian’s Voices of Africa blog!
The Ba re e ne re Literature Festival was featured in an article on the Mail & Guardian's Voices of Africa blog. Here is the text of the article written by Leila Hall: Ba re e ne re: Reigniting Lesotho’s literary culture Lesotho is an interesting place to be in at the moment. At the … Continue reading Ba re e ne re featured on the Mail & Guardian’s Voices of Africa blog!
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