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Beyoncé is coming to South Africa!

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Beyoncé is set to perform at this year’s Global Citizen Festival: Mandela 100 at FNB stadium on the 2nd of December 2018. The concert is to honour the centenary year of Nelson Mandela, honouring his legacy in the fight to end extreme poverty. The megastar will be headlining the concert alongside her husband Jay-Z, Cassper Nyovest, Sho Madjozi, D’banj, Femi Kuti, Tiwa Savage and Wizkid among others.

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Cassper Nyovest said, “Nelson Mandela taught South Africans and the world so much about how to challenge our leaders and change the future. I’m inspired to join Global Citizen and celebrate his legacy. Viva Mandela!”

We can’t wait for the festival!

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I’m going going!!! Back back!!! To Cali Cali!!!

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Oprah, Naomi Campbell, Gayle King, Bob Geldof, Tyler Perry and Forest Whitaker will host the event.

Tickets to the concert are free starting from the 22 of August 2018. Head over to the festival’s website to find out how!

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