Tanzanian performer Diamond Platnumz will enthrall Kenyans during the Oktoberfest at Ngong Racecourse at the end of the month.
South Sudan's John Frog and Kenyan superstar Nyashinski will also perform at the festival. The festival has released a more extensive lineup of artists to light up stages in South Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda, promising an extraordinary month-long cultural celebration across the continent.
On October 21, the Tanzanian superstar Harmonize and South Sudan's John Frog, known for his electric music, will perform to open the celebrations in Juba, South Sudan. The stage will also be graced by Ndovu Kuu, heightening the evening's excitement.
The festival will continue that day in Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania, with performances by Kenya's Nyashinski, Tanzania's Ali Kiba, and Uganda's Jose Chameleone, three of the world's most renowned musicians.
On October 22, 2023, the festival will be broadcast live from Kampala, Uganda, with performances from Ugandan artists Harmonize, Nyashinski, and Azawi. This will give guests unparalleled opportunity to experience the best East African music.
Ann-Joy Michira, the brand's marketing and innovation director, said, "OktobaFest is a celebration of our unique East African identity, and this year's artist lineup is a true testament to the diversity of musical talent in this region. We are thrilled to bring together such incredible talents from South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, and Kenya and look forward to audiences being treated to unforgettable experiences across the region."
This festival is a monumental celebration of East African culture, bringing people together to savor the region's unique flavors, sounds, and traditions. The festival has committed to authentically celebrating the region's unique cultural identity through showcasing its food, music, fashion, art, and gaming.