Botswana Journalist Wins Best Styled Print Media Award Second Time
Her reporting regularly catalyzes community action, with good Samaritans often stepping forward to address needs highlighted in her stories.
GABORONE, Botswana— Onneile Setlalekgosi, a journalist known for her community-focused reporting, has claimed the Best Styled Print Media Journalist award at the third annual Glitz and Glamour Celebrity Awards, marking her second consecutive win, writes AfricaBrief Reporter.
Setlalekgosi, who works for Botswana Guardian and Midweek Newspapers, has built a reputation for storytelling that bridges communities with solutions, particularly through her political and investigative reporting.
"This award is not just for me, it is for the communities whose stories I tell and for everyone who believes in the power of journalism to make a difference," Setlalekgosi said after receiving the award.
A graduate of the WAN-IFRA Women in News leadership program, Setlalekgosi has extended her influence beyond journalism by adopting a primary school in Kanye village, where she mobilizes resources to improve conditions for students.
Her reporting regularly catalyzes community action, with good Samaritans often stepping forward to address needs highlighted in her stories.
Her work spans various beats, from political coverage to social justice issues and human interest stories.
The Glitz and Glamour Celebrity Awards, which recognise Botswana's top talents, have now twice honoured Setlalekgosi's contributions to print media, underscoring her growing influence in Botswana's journalism landscape.
Through her dynamic approach to journalism and commitment to community development, Setlalekgosi continues to demonstrate the impact that dedicated reporting can have on society, particularly in mobilizing support for educational initiatives and social causes.