BY LINDEKILE MNTJALI
MBABANE – South African Sun El Musician (born Sanele Sithole) and A-Reece (Lehlogonolo Ronald Mataboge) will be headlining the upcoming Africa Fest event at Sibebe Resort on August 31, 2024.
This was confirmed by the event manager Thabiso Vilakati during an interview yesterday (Sunday, July 14, 2024). “The international acts have been confirmed, and the African Carnival will be a daytime event, and later there will be an after party at Sibebe Resort,” Vilakati said.
The African Carnival is set to take place at Mavuso Trade Centre, and Africa Fest at Sibebe Resort is set to be a multi-faceted celebration, encompassing both a daytime cultural event and an evening after-party.
“The daytime celebration, known as the African Carnival, will kick off with a parade from Narazene, a parade that will lead attendees to a site where cultural activities, performances, and competitions will be held,” he said.
The festivities will then continue into the night with a star-studded after-party at Sibebe, where international artists will take the stage, transforming the venue into a dance floor for attendees to enjoy.
The African Carnival and Africa Fest promise an array of entertaining activities that are sure to delight attendees. This activity includes music and dance performances, the best traditional attire competition, and African and Caribbean food stalls.
As the evening after-party takes off, international stars Sun El Musician and A-Reece will be bringing their unique blend of beats and rhymes to the dance floor, igniting the crowd with their electrifying performances.
Joining them will be a line-up of talented local artists, including Trend Twins, Tots, Ash, Sgitha, Itsallblaq, Selby, Lil Dee, Sintor, YoungZesh, and DJ Cup, who will be showcasing their musical prowess and local flair.
Tastes of African food and drinks, including waakye and palm wine beers, shall be on sale on the day.
Tickets are available at Galitos outlets for E150 general and E200 at the gate.
