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Icon singers. Speaking in an interview with this publication, Joe Manuel explains that the idea dates back to 11 years ago. Sharing an insight about this dream, he notes that the idea is to unearth a musical genius who will get a lifetime opportunity to work and be part of one of the best groups in Africa, namely Joyous Celebration, as well as walk away with a prize money of close to P100 000, and a recording contract. The television show is a partnership between Brave
Heart and Joyous Celebrations, and is part of a five- year partnership. The two companies have had a fruitful and successful relationship that sales. elegantliving@
dates back to many years.
According to Manuel, they will be looking for class acts who are worthy a of title of a Gospel
Icon. During the scouting stage, they are hoping to pick Top 30. The show will be aired over 24 episodes, and is pencilled to start around June/ sales. elegantliving@
July. He notes that the pilot episode was produced for the appreciation of potential sponsors and broadcast partners, both in Botswana and outside. He promises that his company will be bringing something that has never been experienced in Botswana. “We are still working out the criteria of the competition,” he says. Overall, he explains that they seek to groom and empower local singers through this competition. He also says that this is a full local show, and that Brave
Heart is leading the production THE ONE alongside HUNDRED other talented Batswana.
“This is a high- profile production. We are going all out,” he says. Speaking about the Judges, he explains that they had looked for qualified leaders who would give constructive criticism
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to the contestants, and build them.