Tsogang lo itirile - By Mogomotsi Gaonathebe

Written By: Mogomotsi Gaonathebe

Category: Poetry

Competition: Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

Mogomotsi Gaonathebe presents a compelling piece titled "Tsogang lo itirile" in the Poetry category of the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. This evocative poem invites readers to awaken and seize the day, resonating with universal themes of perseverance and resilience. Gaonathebe's work stands as a testament to the power of poetry to inspire and motivate, reflecting the rich cultural tapestry from which it emerges.

About the Work

"Tsogang lo itirile" is a vibrant call to action, urging individuals to rise and embrace life's challenges with vigor. The poem employs vivid imagery and rhythmic cadence, encapsulating the essence of movement and determination. Through its powerful exhortations, it captures the spirit of awakening, encouraging readers to cast aside inertia and engage with the world around them.

Mogomotsi Gaonathebe

Original Submission by Mogomotsi Gaonathebe

Tsogang lo itirile

Moso o montle bana ba mmala,

Madume ke a dumedisa,

Dumelang baratwa ke nna,

Dumelang dinaledi tsa lefatshe.

Tsogang bo setse bosele,

Mogale ga o bolo go tserema,

Botshelo bo a lo siya ko ntle,

Balekane ba thaolola dilaga.

Tsoga!tsoga! ngwana wa motswana,

Raga mapai o a latlhele kgakala,

O se tlhabelwe ke letsatsi dikobong ,

Dibokwana ntle di a ikepela.

Ga gona kgomo ya boroko,

Tsholetsang dikakanyo mahube a ise a tlhabe,

Phokoje go tshela yo o letshoo le monyo,

Phokoje go tshela yo o dithetsenyana.

Botshelo pilediwa bo a lwelwa,

Botshelo leotwana bo a dikologa,

Gokelang ditlhako lo tlhabele pele,

Bopelotelele le boitshoko molemo wa nnete.

About the Competition

The Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar showcases a diverse array of talent from across the globe. This esteemed platform provides writers and poets with an opportunity to share their unique voices and creative expressions, fostering a global dialogue through the literary arts.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Mogomotsi Gaonathebe for sharing "Tsogang lo itirile" with us. Your participation in the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 enriches the tapestry of creative expression celebrated on this platform. Thank you for your inspiring contribution and for encouraging us all to awaken to the possibilities of each new day.

About Hashtag Kalakar

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