Esteemed Princess of Africa Yvonne Chaka Chaka is the main honouree of this year’s Legends and Legacy Ball Africa Awards. The evening will feature a star-studded line-up, including Mafikizolo, DJ Zinhle, King Promise, Camidoh, and Princess MacDonald.
The highly anticipated event will take place on 13 July, 2024, at the Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg. It’s a tribute to celebrating musical artistry and democracy in South Africa, and promises to be an extraordinary celebration of Africa’s rich cultural heritage.
Koffi Olomide and Héritier Watanabe have also been added to the line-up. Their performances will add a unique dimension to the event, highlighting the diversity and richness of African music. All acts will pay tribute to Africa’s rich musical legacy with renditions of Yvonne Chaka Chaka’s iconic music.
Imajin & Fusion Global
The Legends and Legacy Ball has been an annual event by Imajin Advertising Company, now known as Imajin & Fusion Global, since its launch in 2011. Its debut event honoured Ghana’s Daddy Lumba. Since then, it has honoured Amakye Dede (2012), A.B. Crentsil (2013), and Kojo Antwi (2015).
In alignment with the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), Imajin & Fusion South Africa and Imajin & Fusion Global, known for their experiential music events, are committed to advancing regional integration and fostering economic and cultural development across the continent.
In the lead-up to the event and into the future, the event organisers aim to mentor youth within the music industry on ownership, acquisition of music, self-development, and guidance. There will also be business matchmaking opportunities designed to enhance the business development aspect for musicians and companies, celebrating cultural diversity in South Africa.
Lebogang Letsoalo, Country Director of Imajin & Fusion, South Africa, emphasises this mission, stating, “Our goal is to empower the next generation of African musicians by providing them with the tools and knowledge they need to succeed in the industry.”
In a nutshell:
Celebrating A Musical Legend – 2024 Legends and Legacy Ball Africa Music Awards
13 July 2024, 6pm (Red Carpet begins at 4pm)
Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg
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