Learnmore Jonasi, Zimbabwe’s golden boy, is poised to make a triumphant return to his homeland with his highly-anticipated homecoming appearance at Shoko Festival 2024.
Fresh from his golden buzzer win on America’s Got Talent, Jonasi is set to dazzle audiences at the Shoko Comedy Night on September 26th at Harare Gardens.
Shoko Festival, Zimbabwe’s longest-running urban culture festival, has announced its second round of headliners for its highly anticipated 14th edition. The festival will take place from September 26th to 28th, 2024, in Harare and Chitungwiza.
This year’s headliners include US-based comedian Jonasi, popular rappers Voltz JT, Young Gemini, and Kayflow.
Jonasi will make his exclusive appearance at Shoko Comedy Night on September 26th at Harare Gardens, marking his first performance on home soil after his viral appearance on America’s Got Talent.
Shoko Festival has also announced its commitment to its Hip-Hop roots, with a lineup of talented artists for its Mash Up Night on September 27th at Harare Gardens.
Headlining acts include Kayflow, known for his hit songs portraying everyday life in urban centers, and Young Gemini, Zim Hip Hop’s Best Female Rapper of 2023.
The festival will also feature Voltz JT, author of a long list of hits and recipient of the Positive Social Award for his thought-provoking lyrics.
Other events alongside music include Shoko Comedy Night, Mashup Night, and the Peace in the Hood Concert. The Hub Unconference will precede the festival with talks and workshops on digital media, tech, and the creative economy.
Shoko Festival celebrates free expression, cutting-edge urban art, and alternative youth culture.
According to the organisers, this year’s theme, #BothSidesOfSamora, aims to bridge the gap between social classes historically divided by Samora Machel Avenue. The festival is a project of Magamba Network, a trailblazing creative and digital media organisation.
