AFRO NATION PORTUGAL ADDS EVEN MORE NAMES
AFRO NATION PORTUGAL ADDS EVEN MORE NAMES IN THIRD WAVE: Afro Nation, the global movement celebrating African music and culture, is set to host a landmark fifth-anniversary festival as another major icon joins the line up today. Taking place on Praia da Rocha’s golden sands in Portimão, the growing international community unites again between 9-11th July for an unforgettable celebration of music, fashion, food, and dance.
Joining Afro Nation’s headliner trio on the LIT Stage is nine-time Grammy winner, and soul icon Mary J. Blige. Known for delivering impassioned and commanding powerhouse performances of her unifying anthems like ‘Family Affair’ and ‘No More Drama’, Mary J. has more than earned her reputation as the undisputed Queen of R&B, and will be backed by her full live band for a special sunset set at Afro Nation.
Mary J. Blige will join LIT stage headliners Burna Boy, Davido, and Tems, alongside the likes of Booba, Dexta Daps, Joé Dwèt Filé and Ronisia, plus Felo Le Tee, LeeMcKrazy, Scotts Maphuma and The Therapist on the Piano People stage – as revealed in the third wave line up announcement ahead of final tickets going on sale Thursday 30th January.
No stranger to the Afro Nation main stage, undisputed Afrobeats titan Davido returns to deliver another timeless performance. Serving up the hits that have defined the genre time and time again, from ‘Fall’ to ‘Unavailable’ and with a highly anticipated new album ‘5ive’ on the way, Davido’s impact on mainstream pop culture around the world is undeniable. Marking this amazing evolution since first headlining the festival’s debut event in 2019, Davido will step straight from London’s 80,000 capacity Tottenham Stadium on 3rd July to the beach in Portugal between 9-11th July, for a crowning moment of the summer.
Speaking about his return to the beach this summer, Davido said: “Afro Nation 2025ive, let’s goooo! It’s always love when we come together to celebrate our culture, our sound, and our energy. I can’t wait to shut it down with my people—get ready for an unforgettable night! Baddest!”
French rap legend Booba, a pivotal figure in European hip-hop, is also back on the Afro Nation Portugal line up. Known for his influential career spanning over two decades and pioneering the French rap scene, Booba will deliver an electrifying performance that showcases his distinctive flow and genre-defining hits such as ‘92i Veyron’, ‘Scarface’, and ‘Mona Lisa’. Le “Duc de Boulogne” continues to cement his status as one of the most impactful rap artists in France and beyond, promising another unforgettable moment at this year’s festival.
With more still to come, Afro Nation’s star-studded line up spans the most influential Afrobeats and Amapiano trailblazers as well as the most exciting new names, and stands as the definitive moment for the culture every summer.
The Malachite Group (TMG) said: “With every new edition of Afro Nation we look to capture the magic of the moment, bringing fresh faces to our two main stages alongside all the favourites that make this beautiful movement what it is. Our 5th anniversary will be a massive celebration, packed with surprises and not-to-be-missed events. We can’t wait to bring the community together again on the beach… Together we move!”
Since 2019, Afro Nation has grown beyond a festival to become a global movement, bridging communities worldwide. With unforgettable events across three continents, Afro Nation has set a new standard in live entertainment, uniting fans from over 160 countries to celebrate the culture. As the momentous 5th year anniversary draws near, Afro Nation Portugal continues to champion the influence of African music on a global stage.
Afro Nation Portugal takes place 9-11th July 2025. Final Tickets On-sale Thursday 30th Jan: Pre-Sale Starts 12pm GMT before General Sale at 2pm GMT. Last Chance To Sign Up: https://www.afronation.com/
The Line Up So Far:
LIT STAGE:
BURNA BOY – DAVIDO – TEMS
MARY J. BLIGE – BOOBA
AMAARAE – DEXTA DAPS – FRANGLISH
GABZY – INNOSS’B – JOÉ DWÈT FILÉ – JUNE FREEDOM
NAZA – ODEAL – QING MADI – RONISIA – TIAKOLA
PIANO PEOPLE STAGE:
SCORPION KINGS – UNCLE WAFFLES
DBN GOGO
FELO LE TEE – KMAT – LEEMCKRAZY vs SCOTTSMAPHUMA
MÖRDA – NKOSAZANA DAUGHTER – OSKIDO – ROSEY GOLD
SHAKES & LES – THE THERAPIST – VIGRO DEEP – YOUNG STUNNA
Plus more to be announced!
