Trevor Noah extends South African tour at Mzansi’s request

by Thekgo Raseala

Trevor Noah took to his socials yesterday, 27 August 2026, to announce that he had added extra dates to his South African comedy show tour, Bafunny Bafunny.

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Trevor Noah shares the announcement

The comedian posted a video with his friend and colleague Eugene Khoza, outside to share information about the tour’s extension. The two, in an upbeat mood, explained that, upon the request of many South Africans, shows in Pretoria, Cape Town and Durban will all be extended by one night.

Tour dates

  • Pretoria (Sunbet Arena): 4 (new show added) and 5 September
  • Durban (playTSOGO Globe at Suncoast): 19 September (new show added)
  • Cape Town (GrandWest Grand Arena): 25 (new show added) and 26 September

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Comedians joining Trevor Noah on tour

Alongside Trevor will be well-known South African talents, including Eugene Khoza, Thabiso Mhlongo, Mbali Gudazi, the award-winning comedienne Nomthandazo Rubushe, Rory Petzer, Lindy Johnson, and Panch Gasela, among others.

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