An analysis of Heritage sites to promote lifelong learning in Botswana

Author(s)

Professor Wapula Raditloaneng , Ms. Keneilwe Molosi ,

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Volume 2 - July 2013 (07)

Abstract

The sustainable use of heritage sites that people identify and interact with socially to promote lifelong learning through teaching, research and service has continued to reach out to the business communities, parastatals, and organisations of the civil society in promoting tangible and intangible expressions for the creation of a stable social environment. This is a social environment free and uninterrupted economic activity can take place. The Ministry of Labour and Home Affairs formulated a National Policy on Culture, which was adopted in 2001. The policy serves as a framework for the implementation of the different culture sectors in Botswana. Using qualitative methodology case study for the development and implementation of the National Plan of Action on Culture, (2008) this paper argues that there is a need to promote an appreciation of heritage sites as part of the agenda of lifelong learning, and identity formation from early childhood to adulthood Heritage is part of the agenda of lifelong learning, and 24 national culture sectors identified for national identity, unity and pride. The finalisation of the National Policy on culture culminated in an action plan for the development, preservation and promotion of all the 24 culture sectors including heritage. The authors argue that there is a need for political will, advocacy programmes and activities that promote Botswana’s cultural heritage. The authors illuminated the positive aspects of promoting cultural heritage, major challenges and setbacks. A major conclusion drawn from the case study of the National Action Plan for Culture in Botswana is that some work in ongoing to develop, preserve and promote heritage sites to ultimately promote lifelong learning. A lot still needs to be done to takeover and resuscitate the neglected heritage sites for sustainable use and lifelong learning and identity formation of heritage for the present and future generations.  

Keywords

learning in Botswana, Analysis, Heritage

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