MTN Bushfire 2025 is officially SOLD OUT, and for good reason. Known for its immersive cultural experience and socially conscious ethos, the Pan-African festival has released its 2025 artist line-up—promising another unforgettable celebration of music, art, and activism.
Rooted in Africa and packaged for the world, MTN Bushfire blends local rhythms with global sounds. Across five dynamic stages, festivalgoers can expect live music, roving performances, art installations, poetry, dance, and more.
2025 Confirmed Artists Line-Up (So Far)
Stay tuned—more artists will be announced soon! Here are the first names lighting up the stages this year:
Headliners & Fan Favorites
- Ladysmith Black Mambazo (ZA)
- Boom Shaka (ZA)
- Inkabi Zezwe (ZA)
- Steam Down (GB)
- DJ Lag (ZA)
- K.O (ZA)
- Mörda (ZA)
- Nduduzo Makhathini & Omagugu (ZA)
Local & Regional Gems
- Young Zesh & Lyrikal Busta (SZ)
- Zee Nxumalo (SZ/ZA)
- Khole (SZ)
- Heal.N Keys (SZ)
- Intsatsakusa (SZ)
- StatiQue & The Enigmas (SZ)
International Sounds
- Zara McFarlane (GB)
- Jembaa Groove (GH, DE)
- Candeleros (ES/CO)
- Grupo MAVICHI (CO)
- Ecos de Pangea (CO/SZ/MZ)
- ABAO (TW)
- Coco Em (KE)
- Feli Nandi (ZW)
DJs & Experimental Acts
- Oscar Mbo (ZA)
- DJ Bob & DJ Bubbles (ZA)
- Digital Sangoma (ZA)
- Internet Girl (ZA)
- KMAT (ZA)
Afro-Fusion & Alternative
- Assa Matusse (MZ)
- Aymos (ZA)
- Castro (ZA)
- Crimson House (ZA)
- Money Badoo (ZA)
- Lia Butler (ZA)
- Tārā Love & Amaza (ZA)
- The Dizzy Brains (MG)
- The Cirk (ZA)
More Than a Music Festival
MTN Bushfire isn’t just about the music. With its “Bring Your Fire” campaign, the festival champions social and environmental change. Through music, art, and dialogue, it urges attendees to ignite positive transformation in their communities.
Expect:
- Eco-conscious installations
- Inclusive cultural experiences
- Creative workshops and film screenings
- Theatre, storytelling, and puppetry
