BY NELIWE NGUBANE
MALKERNS – The excitement surrounding the highly anticipated Kota Festival has reached another level following confirmation that South African media personality, entertainer and businessman Somizi Mhlongo, popularly known as SomG63, will officially serve as the master of ceremonies (MC) when the festival takes over Malkerns Country Club on October 24, 2026.
The confirmation comes straight from Somizi himself, who invited fans to be part of what he promised would be an unforgettable celebration.
“See you on the 24 of October, where? Eswatini, Khabomake, for the Kota Festival… it’s going to be super, super amazing and this is not AI, it’s real 100. Go get your ticket now.”
His energetic message has added even more buzz to an event that is already shaping up to be one of Eswatini’s biggest entertainment gatherings of the year.
Known for his larger-than-life personality, infectious humour and ability to command any stage, SomG63 is expected to bring glamour, laughter and unmatched energy as he guides festival-goers through a day packed with food, music and entertainment.
The Kota Festival has been steadily building anticipation with the announcement of headline performers, including South African music heavyweights Ringo Madlingozi, Emtee Aymos,Xolwa and Amanda Black, promising an entertainment experience that blends great music with the country’s growing food festival culture.
Somizi’s confirmation now adds another star attraction to the line-up, with organisers confident his presence will elevate the overall festival experience and keep audiences entertained from start to finish.
Born in Soweto, South Africa, Somizi has built an illustrious career spanning television, radio, acting, choreography, presenting and entrepreneurship. He first captured audiences as a child actor before becoming one of Africa’s most recognisable television personalities through shows such as Idols South Africa. His charismatic stage presence and quick wit have made him one of the continent’s most sought-after event hosts.
With just months remaining before the festival, excitement continues to build as fans prepare for what promises to be a spectacular celebration of flavour, fashion, music and unforgettable entertainment.
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