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If there is a will, there is a way — and things are finally aligning, with Doja Cat set to perform in South Africa.
Fans of the Grammy Award-winning superstar were left disappointed last year when the Hey Neighbour festival was cancelled, but hope has returned.
Global Citizen has announced the expansion of its Move Afrika concert series, which this year will take place in Rwanda and South Africa, continuing its mission to create jobs and economic opportunities across the continent.
Doja Cat has been confirmed as the headline act for the third edition of Move Afrika. Her South African roots — she is half Zulu, with her father being actor Dumisani Dlamini — add to the excitement surrounding her performance.
“From my South African roots straight to the world stage, we’re bringing energy, purpose, and real change to Move Afrika in Kigali and Pretoria.
“This isn’t just a tour, it’s a movement that creates jobs and opportunities that last,” said Doja Cat.
“I’m proud to be part of something that celebrates Africa’s creativity, invests in its future, and shows the world that Africa isn’t coming, it’s already here.”
The tour begins with Move Afrika: Kigali at the BK Arena on March 17, followed by Move Afrika: Pretoria at the SunBet Arena on March 20.
“We are honoured to welcome Doja Cat as the headliner for Move Afrika 2026,” said Hugh Evans, Co-Founder and CEO of Global Citizen.
“She has delivered unforgettable performances at some of Global Citizen’s most defining moments, from Paris to New York to the historic FIFA Club World Cup Final Halftime Show.
“Now she joins us as we expand across the continent, from Johannesburg to Accra, Kigali to Lagos, and now Pretoria.
“Move Afrika is redefining global touring by placing Africa’s creative excellence at the centre of the international circuit, creating jobs, strengthening local creative industries, and driving long-term economic growth powered by culture.”
This year’s edition advances Move Afrika’s mission to build the first pan-African music touring circuit, driving investment and creating opportunities for the next generation of young Africans in all host cities.
The 2026 instalment builds on Global Citizen’s previous campaigns and events across Africa, including Move Afrika: Kigali and Move Afrika: Lagos in 2025, headlined by John Legend; the inaugural 2023 edition in Rwanda, headlined by Kendrick Lamar; and the Global Citizen Festival: Mandela 100 in Johannesburg in 2018, which featured Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Ed Sheeran, Usher, Eddie Vedder, and Chris Martin of Coldplay. – IOLNEWS
