Maatla Basha 'forced' to do comedy

Maatla Ephraim Basha has thanked Batswana for noticing his talent
Maatla Ephraim Basha has thanked Batswana for noticing his talent

The Botswana comedy scene has over the years seen evolution of different comedians who utilise wide range of social media platforms to showcase their talents.

Amongst the local rib crackers, Maatla Ephraim Basha from Tlokweng uses unique storylines that have won him many hearts of his established fan base across the country.

This 31-year-old stand-up comedian has performed locally and internationally.  “I do not only do comedy videos. I am a stand up comedian, a content creator; I do not only produce comedy as I also produce other entertaining stories. I am an accountant and I worked in accounting field my whole life. I was once a teacher in a government school where I taught commerce and accounting,” explained the comedian.

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