KVI Network Creations International Collaboration
23–28 November 2026 Molepolole, Botswana
Botswana International
Poetry Festival 2026
Voices Heritage Poetry for the Planet
Six-day programme in development
Opening days are detailed below. Activities for 25–28 November remain subject to organiser confirmation.
KVI Network involvement: Nelly Vee participates as Digital Media & Technology Partner. The festival is independently organised.
Explore the programme
Programme in development · Programme review: 4 November 2026 · All session assignments subject to organiser confirmation
FESTIVAL LEADERSHIP · MAIN ORGANISER & HOST
Festival Main Organiser
FESTIVAL LEADERSHIP · CO-ORGANISER
Vo Thi Nhu Mai
Vietnam / Australia
FESTIVAL LEADERSHIP · DIGITAL MEDIA & TECHNOLOGY PARTNER
Nelly Vee
Virgin Islands
✦ 01 · FESTIVAL AT A GLANCE
Welcome to the Festival
Six days celebrating poetry, culture, international voices and environmental advocacy.
The first two days include the proposed opening and literary readings, followed by a conservation-focused programme. Days Three through Six (25–28 November) are awaiting organiser-confirmed schedules. All displayed session times and reading groups are provisional.
✦ 02 · MONDAY 23 NOVEMBER
Festival Welcome
Festival opening and introduction to the six-day programme.
Day One · Opening & Literary Voices
Official opening, candidate poems, heritage and international literary expression.
| TIME | PROGRAMME |
|---|---|
| 9:00–9:30 AM | Registration and welcome |
| 9:30–10:30 AM | Official opening ceremony and guest addresses |
| 10:30–11:00 AM | Cultural presentation and photographs |
| 11:00 AM–12:00 PM | General Candidate Poems |
| 12:00–1:00 PM | Lunch |
| 1:00–2:00 PM | Heritage, Identity & Community readings |
| 2:00–2:15 PM | Break |
| 2:15–3:15 PM | International Voices & Human Experience readings |
| 3:15–4:00 PM | Cultural performances |
| 4:00–4:30 PM | Reflections and Day 2 briefing |
✦ 03 · DAY ONE CONTRIBUTORS
Official Guests & Cultural Contributors
Guest speakers and invited cultural contributors. Their exact appearance times remain provisional.
Featured Poets & Guests
Portrait and promotional artwork placements for the opening day.
✦ 04 · TUESDAY 24 NOVEMBER
General Candidate Readings
Participants provisionally grouped for opening-day candidate readings.
Day Two · Poetry for the Planet
Excursion to Mmokolodi, wildlife observation, conservation readings and climate advocacy. Destination and travel arrangements are subject to confirmation.
| TIME | PROGRAMME |
|---|---|
| 8:00–10:00 AM | Travel and arrival allocation |
| 10:00–10:30 AM | Conservation orientation |
| 10:30–11:30 AM | Wildlife observation and poetry inspiration |
| 11:30 AM–12:30 PM | Wildlife & Conservation readings |
| 12:30–1:30 PM | Lunch |
| 1:30–2:30 PM | Climate Advocacy readings |
| 2:30–3:15 PM | Collective performance: Poetry for Climate Action |
| 3:15–3:45 PM | Environmental reflections |
| 3:45–4:00 PM | Acknowledgements |
| 4:00 PM onward | Return travel |
✦ 05 · DAY TWO CONTRIBUTORS
Heritage, Identity & Community
Botswana cultural voices and performers.
Nature & Climate Voices
Portrait and promotional artwork placements for the environmental programme.
✦ 06 · READING PROGRAMME
International Voices
International participant posters.
Thematic Poetry Sessions
Suggested groupings only. Participants and organizers will confirm names, selections and reading times.
I · General Candidate Poems
Kaputtura · Letty · Bosele · Motheo
II · Heritage & Identity
Mma Dikgomo · Senamiphatshwana · Ramalabola · Bonni
III · International Voices
Christos Koukis · Hussein Habaschi · Johannes · Kabelo (South Africa)
IV · Wildlife & Conservation
Phokokgolo · Onkarabile · Poo Tshweu · Kabelo (Botswana)
V · Climate Advocacy
Anthony · Christos Koukis · Johannes · Kaputtura
✦ 07 · FESTIVAL GALLERY
Wildlife & Conservation
Participants provisionally connected with the nature and conservation programme.
Additional Participant & Cultural Portraits
Reserved spaces for the remaining festival posters and featured guests.
✦ 08 · ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
Climate Advocacy & Music
Additional participants and performance contributors. Session roles remain subject to organizer approval.
25–28 NOVEMBER 2026
Days Three–Six · Programme to Be Confirmed
Details pending
Details pending
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For All Participants
Practical notes for performers and visiting poets.
Readings: Prepare poems aligned with your proposed session theme. Excursion: Wear comfortable footwear and weather-appropriate clothing. Confirmation: Transport, meals, final venues, speaker order and performance times will be shared by organizers.
✦ POETRY · CULTURE · CONSERVATION ✦
PROVISIONAL PROGRAMME · DETAILS SUBJECT TO CONFIRMATION
Festival literary exhibition
Voices Beyond Borders: Poetry, Art & Reflection
A selection of literary and artistic works shared in connection with the Botswana International Poetry Festival. These posters are presented in their original form. Their inclusion does not establish a confirmed performance or reading schedule.
Select any artwork to view its full-size original.
References & Further Reading
The festival leadership and participant details are based on the posters supplied for the Botswana International Poetry Festival 2026. The six-day dates are based on an organiser update. Programme schedules and performance groupings are provisional.
- Original festival programme (source record)
- KVI Network Events & Creative Experiences
- Krafty Page ChronicleS — literary publishing
- Nelly Vee — Poetry & Spoken Word
Final daily activities, confirmed locations, speakers and performance times should be checked with festival organisers before travel or attendance.
Programme note: Festival portraits and leadership images are included. Participant reading assignments require final organizer verification. Schedule and times remain provisional.
Festival Community Reflections
4 responses
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🌍 Poetry has a way of bringing people together, even when we come from different cultures, speak different languages, and see the world through different experiences.
As we prepare for the Botswana International Poetry Festival 2026, I would love to hear your thoughts.
If you could share one poem, cultural tradition, or message with the world, what would it be, and why?
Let’s begin the conversation right here. Your voice matters, whether you’re a poet, artist, storyteller, or simply someone who appreciates the power of words.
Nelly Vee
KVI Network -
Creativity, positivity, feelings ,forever learning experiences. All brings change and growth in life. Poetry can make friendships bonds and bring out the strengths you never thought you had. The abilty to listen and relate to poems and words or even put them on paper is a acomplishment. The art is cherished that you create be it writing or any talent. BOTSWANA International poetry festival can do all of the above. Keep the comments coming below.
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A message of hope can bring on change, friendships, bonds through writing. Events such as the Botswana international poetry festival is so important ,a place to listen, grow your art,relate to stories through performance internationally. You can be that change in the world.No bridge is too far and success in goals is relying on the effort you put in. Be confident . May the participants be proud on the days featured. Well done on their own efforts and others they inspire. Keep the comments coming.
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Thank you for sharing these thoughtful and encouraging reflections.
Poetry has a remarkable way of bringing people together across cultures, languages, and experiences. It allows us to listen, learn, express ourselves, and discover strengths we may not have recognized within ourselves.
The Botswana International Poetry Festival represents more than artistic performances. It is an opportunity to build friendships, celebrate creativity, encourage personal growth, and strengthen international cultural connections.
We especially appreciate your reminder that meaningful change begins with participation, confidence, and the willingness to share our voices.
To everyone contributing to this conversation, please continue sharing your thoughts. Your perspectives are an important part of what makes this literary community meaningful.
With appreciation,
KVI Network Editorial
KVI Network Creations, LLC
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