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  • Beenie Gunter, Mafikizolo, Awilo & Alikiba shine at the Afro-Fest Toronto

    Beenie Gunter, Mafikizolo, Awilo & Alikiba shine at the Afro-Fest Toronto

    The streets of Canada-Toronto came alive with the electrifying sounds of Dancehall, Afro-beat, and Afro-pop from July 5th to July 7th, 2024 as the annual Afro-Fest-Toronto took the nation by storm.

    Among the star-studded lineup was the dynamic duo of Beenie Gunter, Awilo Longomba, and Alikiba as well as the legendary Grammy-nominated group Mafikizolo.

    Beenie Gunter who is getting ready for his Guntalk Festival scheduled for the 21st of September 2024 at the Garden City rooftop commented, “I am excited for this opportunity to perform alongside industry heavyweights like Alikiba and Awilo Longomba is a testament to the hard work and dedication I’ve poured into my craft. It shows that I am ready to run with the big names in the industry, and I’m excited for the world to witness this.”

    Beenie Gunter, the Ugandan sensation, commanded the stage with his infectious energy and captivating performance. Seamlessly blending his signature dancehall Jamaican sound with pulsating rhythms, Beenie Gunter had the crowd on their feet, singing and dancing along to his hit tracks like “On Me” and “Teppinn”.

    Sharing the spotlight, the legendary Awilo Longomba from the Democratic Republic of Congo delivered a masterclass, his smooth vocals, and mesmerizing dance moves leaving the audience in awe. The performance by Beenie Gunter, Alikiba, and Awilo Longomba was a true highlight, as the two artists fed off each other’s energy, creating a musical synergy that resonated with the enthusiastic crowd.

    The Guntalk Festival is set to be held at the Garden City rooftop on the 21st of September 2024. It is organized by Talent Africa Group, East Africa’s Leading events and Management Company.

  • South African duo Mafikizolo to headline Abryanz Awards

    South African duo Mafikizolo to headline Abryanz Awards

    South African duo Mafikizolo will be bringing the house down at the Kampala Serena Hotel as the headline act at this year’s Abryanz Style and Fashion Awards which take place on Friday December 8th.

    The duo may be best known for their long list of club bangers, but they have also made a mark as fashion and style icons in their own right. It is the reason they have been selected to perform at this year’s ASFAs, which has made its name as the biggest fashion celebration on the African continent.

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    “Mafikizolo are an embodiment of the blissful marriage between music and fashion. Over the years, they have cut out an Afro-chic urban look that has become their trademark,” Brian Ahumuza, Ciroc Brand Ambassador and ASFAs founder said.

    Nhlanhla Nciza and Theo Kgosinkwe, the two South Africans who make up Mafikizolo, claimed the prizes for Most Stylish Female and Male Artiste from Southern Africa respectively at last year’s edition of the ASFAs, and this time round they are set to show off not just their taste for fashion, but also give the continent’s style devotees a reminder of their musical prowess.

    Nhlanhla the female member of the duo is firmly established in the world of fashion and is the designer behind the NN Vintage Clothing label. She has indeed showcased her creations at the biggest fashion shows on the continent.

    Mafikizolo will be riding on their latest release Love Potion, to rock the Ciroc-sponsored awards. Also performing at the event will be several Ugandan artistes including Fik Fameika, Desire Luzinda, Latinum and Nutty Neithan, among others.

    “Ciroc is synonymous with fashion and luxury lifestyle, attributes that the ASFAs are known for. We are proud of our partnership over the past three years where the ASFAs have claimed their spot as one of the top fashion events on the African continent,” Roger Agamba, UBL’s Reserve and IPS Manager says.

    Voting is open on www.abryanzstyleandfashionawards.com and via Instagram and Twitter. The red carpet event is slated for Friday, December 8 at the Kampala Serena Hotel.