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1st UNISA African Music Festival (DAY 1)

Fri Sep 26, 18:00 - Fri Sep 26, 21:00

UNISA ZK MATTHEWS GREAT HALL

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1st UNISA African Music Festival 2025 (DAY 1)


Bow and Marimba Music of Africa


The University of South Africa proudly presents the inaugural UNISA African Music Festival, celebrating the diversity of Africa’s musical heritage. Day 1 showcases a unique blend of traditional and contemporary performances centered on the bow and marimba, bringing together master musicians from across the continent.


Date: Friday, 26 September 2025

Time: 18:00

Venue: ZK Matthews Great Hall, UNISA, Pretoria


Featured Artists & Performances:

  • Dizu Plaatjies (Bows of Southern Africa)
  • Cara Stacey, Mpho Molofeng, Sazi Dlamini, and Evans Netshivhambe (Bows of Southern Africa)
  • Adilia YipBalafon (Burkina Faso) and Concert Marimba
  • Mark StoneGyil (Ghana)
  • Bronwen Clacherty and Keketso Bolofo (African Marimbas)


Experience an evening of vibrant sounds and rhythms as traditional African instruments merge with dynamic marimba performances, creating an unforgettable cultural journey.


Ticket Prices:

Block A R 180

Block B R 180

Block C R 100

Block D R 50

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1st UNISA African Music Festival (DAY 1)
UNISA ZK MATTHEWS GREAT HALL
330 Preller St, Groenkloof 358-Jr, Pretoria, 0002
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