BY SIPHOSETHU MABUZA (INTERN)
MALKERNS – South African artist Selimo Thabane made a memorable debut at the MTN Bushfire Festival, delivering an energetic performance on the Main Stage during Day 2 of the internationally celebrated event.
Performing before thousands of festivalgoers, Selimo Thabane brought passion, energy and authenticity to the stage, earning a positive response from the crowd. Fans sang along, danced and embraced his performance, creating an atmosphere that left a lasting impression on the artist.
Speaking in an interview after his set, Thabane expressed his gratitude for the reception he received from Bushfire attendees. As a first-time visitor to the festival, he admitted that the experience exceeded his expectations.
“The crowd made me feel so welcomed,” he shared, reflecting on his time on stage. He explained that the support and energy from the audience helped make his first Bushfire performance a special one and left him feeling deeply appreciated.
One of the highlights of his set was the performance of his latest song, “Mthetho,” which was well received by festivalgoers. The track added a fresh dimension to his performance and gave fans a taste of the direction his music is taking.
Beyond celebrating his Bushfire debut, Thabane also gave supporters something exciting to look forward to. During the interview, he revealed that he is already working on a collaboration with an artist from Eswatini. While he remained tight-lipped about the identity of the artist, he described the upcoming project as something significant.
Although details remain under wraps, the teaser immediately sparked excitement among fans, many of whom are eager to discover which Eswatini artist will be joining him on the collaboration. Thabane assured supporters that they should stay tuned, hinting that the project will be worth the wait.
His appearance at MTN Bushfire highlighted the festival’s ability to bring together artists from across the continent while creating meaningful cultural exchanges through music. For Selimo Thabane, the experience marked not only a successful performance but also the beginning of a new connection with Eswatini audiences.
As the festival continued under the theme “Juncture of Hum,” Thabane’s performance and announcement left fans excited about what comes next, both for the artist and the mystery collaboration that is already generating buzz.
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