BY PHUMZILE NDLOVU
MALKERNS – It wouldn’t be a Makoti celebration without a touch of culture!
The Makoti Festival has unveiled the cultural performances by different traditional groups, which include local and international acts.
This festival is a celebration of culture, creativity, and strength, featuring cultural performances by the Ingwenyama Cup Traditional Dance (Lutsango) Winners Macetjeni Lutsango, Eswatini Broadcasting Information Centre (EBIS) Lutsango, and Eswatini Arts And Culture Lutsango. Sibhaca will also form part of the celebration, represented by Ingwenyama Cup Traditional Dance winners (Sibhaca) Ezulwini Sibhaca.
The international culture fair will include traditional performances by Botswana’s Khumagadi and Moz Fire Sound, as confirmed by the Festival’s Director, Thembinkosi Mthethwa.
The fourth edition of the Makoti Festival will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the Malkerns Country Club. Gates will open at 11 AM.
The full line-up of performing artists includes:
– Dr. Rebecca Malope (South African Gospel Legend)
– Lizha James (Mozambique’s Queen of Afro-beat)
– Khuzani “uGatsheni” Ndlovu (Maskandi Powerhouse)
– Phumla Music
– Khumagadi (Botswana)
– Ntate Stunna (Lesotho)
– Gogo Mpila
– King Kanga
– Mshikishi
– Young Zesh
– Shongwe Ne Khuphuka (Legendary Gospel Ensemble)
– Siyinqaba
Additionally, DJs who will grace the fourth edition include:
– Young Love
– DJ MBO
– Master P
– The Bishop
– Culolam
– Sbu The Drum DJ
– Nelson X
– Lady Zee
– UrcousinPhayo
– DJ Tseko (Lesotho)
– DJ Mekonko (Lesotho)
– DJ Supaman (Mozambique)
Ticket Information
Tickets are available through platforms like Howler, Computicket, Mojaticket, and the official website, www.makotifestival.com • http://www.makotifestival.com.
The ticket prices are as follows: General Admission is E300, while VIP Tickets are E500. Tickets can also be purchased via MoMo through MTN Eswatini, with a step-by-step guide provided for convenience.
For more information on the VIP packages, you can contact +268 7615 6446, visit the website, or email makoti@gmail.com. Table packages can be purchased from NL, Howler, and Computicket.
The Makoti Festival is designed to be a family-oriented event that promotes Eswatini culture. It celebrates modern women, including both married and unmarried individuals, as well as young girls aspiring to embrace their identity as makotis. The festival will feature various activities, including fashion and food stalls, along with live performances that showcase trendy fashion for women of all ages.
Don’t miss this vibrant celebration of culture and community!
