The Punchline with Lawrence Seretse: Ricki's Triumph Over Transphobia, Botswana, Pink Dollar!

Ricki shares her story with The Punchline Podcast about what it’s like to be a trans woman who grew up in Botswana near Barolong Farms. She talks openly about her experiences with discrimination, family incomprehensions, her ongoing divorce, the need for a mindset change, diversity and navigating a legal system that didn’t recognize her true identity. By putting a human face to the issues, Ricki paints a picture of how she underwent legal identity changes, medical interventions, and daily acts of bravery just to be herself. She worries that while the law may seem to protect trans people on paper - as per the 2019 court ruling, the reality is that it doesn't translate to protection and inclusion.