First held in 2007, MTN Bushfire Festival was founded as a much-needed platform to nurture and grow the arts in Eswatini. With a variety of exciting stages showcasing the dynamic and diverse talent from Africa and around the globe that the festival is known for. From the legendary outdoor Main Stage to the intimate heart of the festival in the House On Fire Amphitheatre and the explosive electronic dance energy of the Ballantine’s Firefly Stage. immerse yourself in all that the MTN Bushfire experience has to offer with our pick of the legendary sets below.
Friday at Bushfire saw amazing DJs bring their passion and love for music to the stage. With the likes of DJ Musketeer spinning everything from Old School Hip Hop to Nu Africa, and Kreative Nativez deliver a set driven by percussion & melodies, click through to the Youtube playlist below to hear sets that will truly pierce you right to the core.
Friday Sets
Saturday went HARD at Bushfire with another great set of DJs. Known as the “King of Amapiano,” Kabza De Small worked the turntables to deliver his unique production and sound. Followed by DJ Dilson (considered one of the best in Mozambique) and DJ Habias, whose passion for global music fuels his mixes. Each set showcased their unending love for the DJ craft. Hit the links below to hear how each DJ worked their magic.
Saturday Sets
Boiler Room
True Music Studios
Broadcasting local sounds and ideas from around the world. Moving music culture forward together.
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A History of South African Dance
From the sacred to the secular, music has been an integral part of the African way, and in most recent times the world’s attention has become fixated on the myriad sounds echoing from the south.
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From South Africa to the world: Amapiano goes global
Rofhiwa Maneta explores the rise of the Amapiano scene, from its origins in South Africa to global domination.
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