2nd Unisa African Music Festival - Opening Concert

2nd UNISA African Music Festival 2026 Opening Concert

The UNISA Music Foundation proudly presents the Opening Concert of the 2nd UNISA African Music Festival, an evening celebrating the richness, diversity, and vibrancy of African musical traditions.

The festival opens with a spectacular performance by world-renowned African jazz guitarist Louis Mhlanga, featuring:

• Othnell "Mangoma" Moyo Mbira
• Mike Sibanda Marimba

Mbira Showcase

• Solomon Madhinga Mbira
• Laina Gumboreshumba Mbira

Marimba Showcase

• Totem Marimba Band

Experience an unforgettable evening of masterful musicianship, traditional African instruments, and contemporary African sounds in one of South Africa's premier concert venues.

Date: Friday, 21 August 2026

Time: 18:00

Venue: ZK Matthews Great Hall, UNISA Muckleneuk Campus, Pretoria

Ticket Prices

• Block A (White): R250
• Block B (Pink): R200
• Block C (Green): R150
• Block D (Yellow): R100