BCC celebrates 50 years

Members of Botswana Council of Churches
Members of Botswana Council of Churches

MOGODITSHANE: The Botswana Council of Churches (BCC) will this coming weekend celebrate 50 years of existence and its contribution in the country’s development.

BCC general secretary Rev. Mosweu Simane told a media briefing on Tuesday that the Golden Jubilee celebrations would be held at Kagisong Centre in Mogoditshane, where testimonies would be shared, chronicling the achievements of the organisation in shaping the history of Botswana.

He said some of the highlights of the achievements would be the role of the Church in rural development, youth and children’s empowerment and in democracy, peace and justice work, among others.

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