Amantle Brown

"I just want people to get out of the habit of the ‘pull-her-down syndrome; not just among artists but everyone around them. We are human beings and I have lost count of the times I wanted to quit but kept pushing."

"I even became suicidal but I thank God I am still here"

"This was probably one of the hardest decisions I had to take because I worked so hard and popularised the Amantle Brown brand, but it had to be done."

"That was the hardest time of my career as it made me lose credibility to a brand"

"I will represent Botswana and our artists with pride and carry our flag high. I’m excited to show the world what Botswana has to offer and to open doors for more creatives back home"

"This is another partnership worth appreciating as we see our local private sector coming together to support BITC’s efforts towards promoting and positioning Botswana globally"

"This song is a love story, but I wanted the video to reflect cultural identity and expression through movement"

"That issue affected my business a lot. Brands didn’t want to work with me. I was basically cancelled. But it made me dig deep. It shaped me into a totally different person. I’m more optimistic now. I’m a dreamer again. I’ve expanded my business and I’m exploring other things"

"I appreciate the team’s effort and commitment. Azonto’s leadership helped keep everyone coordinated and focused"

"When you get to a point where you are cancelled as an entertainer, and people sort of forget about you, it takes a lot away from a person"

"I am so excited that it happened to an ordinary girl. Right now my purpose has shifted, I want to inspire young, upcoming girls from all over the country. I’ve turned what happened to me into a purpose-driven scenario. I want them to know it’s possible"

"I always went back to the moment I wrote Black Mampatile. I was alone then, not waiting for anyone’s validation. I remembered to dream again. I always wanted to go back to the girl who wrote that song. I prayed to God to get me back to that girl"