We are extremely proud to present our highlights video from the 2015 Ba re e ne re Literature Festival. Masterfully filmed and edited by Lesotho's own Sehlabaka Rampeta and his team, the video demonstrates the power of the festival and the brilliance of our guests, performers and audience. So much talent in one place. Enjoy … Continue reading Watch our 2015 Festival video
Ba re e ne re Lit Fest Day 1 (photos)
In spite of concerns about the political environment we carefully evaluated the risks and decided to go forward with the festival. The festival was opened with a musical performance by Ceci. Then introductory remarks were given by Lineo Segoete, the Festival Director. Lineo was followed by 'Mantsane Rantekoa, who spoke beautifully about her daughter Liepollo … Continue reading Ba re e ne re Lit Fest Day 1 (photos)
Ba re e ne re Poetry Night + Open Mic
When: September 6, 2014 at 7:30pm Where: Lehakoe Cultural Hut Join us at the Lehakoe Cultural Hut on the evening of Saturday, September 6 for poetry performances and live music. There will also be an open mic session, all styles welcome. Join the event on Facebook!
Literature Festival Reception and Keynote
When: September 5, 2014 at 5pm until 8pm Where: Alliance Française de Maseru We will be kicking off the 2014 Ba re e ne re Literature Festival on Friday, September 5 at 5pm at Alliance Francaise. We will have an opening reception with refreshments, remarks by Festival Director Lineo Segoete and 'Mantsane Rantekoa, live music, student … Continue reading Literature Festival Reception and Keynote
Official poster is here!
We are excited to announce the release of our official event poster for the Ba re e ne re Literature Festival. We can't wait to see you September 5-7!
It’s official! Less than 1 month until Ba re e ne re
It's official, just three weeks to go until Ba re e ne re Literature Festival returns to Lesotho! Find us at Alliance Francaise on September 5th for an opening reception and a talk by accomplished writer Niq Mhlongo. Then join us at Maseru Prep School September 6 and 7 for exciting activities related to creative writing, … Continue reading It’s official! Less than 1 month until Ba re e ne re