Salif Keita tops Montreux Jazz Festival Franschhoek announcement – WeekendSpecial

The Montreux Jazz Festival Franschhoek (MJFSA) presented by Nedbank, has announced the first phase of artists for its inaugural African edition, marking a defining cultural moment as one of the world’s most respected music festivals makes its debut on African soil.

From legendary voices to bold contemporary composers and unexpected collaborations, the first artists set the tone for a festival shaped by intention rather than scale.

The Arches | Main Stage

Headlining the first phase on The Arches, the festival’s main outdoor stage, is the…