Grammy-winning artist John Legend has been announced as the headliner for the 2025 Move Afrika Tour, a groundbreaking pan-African touring circuit created by Global Citizen and Kendrick Lamar’s entertainment company, pgLang.
Tour Stops
The Move Afrika tour will include performances in two cities:
- Kigali, Rwanda – BK Arena, February 21
- Lagos, Nigeria – The Palms, February 25
This initiative aims to combine unforgettable live performances with opportunities to empower Africa’s youth by creating entrepreneurship and job opportunities in the music and creative industries.
John Legend’s Excitement
Legend expressed his enthusiasm about participating in the tour:
“I’m honored and excited to perform in Kigali and Lagos as part of the Move Afrika tour — an initiative that not only brings unforgettable shows but also creates entrepreneurship and job opportunities, empowering young people to engage with Africa’s growing music and creative industries. Africa has always been a global cultural powerhouse, and it’s an honor to be part of the future of live music on the continent.”
Building Africa’s Creative Future
Hugh Evans, Global Citizen’s Co-Founder and CEO, emphasized the broader impact of the tour:
“As Move Afrika grows year over year, our goal is to equip and inspire Africa’s dynamic, young population to participate in the live music and creative industries, while investing in its future with lasting infrastructure that will mean the continent no longer needs to be excluded from the international touring circuit.”
John Legend’s Eventful Year
The Move Afrika tour marks another milestone in what has been an extraordinary period for John Legend.
Prince Tribute: Performed alongside Sheila E. at the Democratic National Convention.
Campaign Trail: Supported Vice President Kamala Harris in her presidential run.
Children’s Album: Released My Favorite Dream in August, produced by Sufjan Stevens and featuring appearances by Chrissy Teigen and their children Luna and Miles.
20th Anniversary Reissue: Celebrated two decades of his debut album Get Lifted with an 11-song reissue, including a remix of “Let’s Get Lifted Again” featuring Lil Wayne and Killer Mike.
Move Afrika’s Legacy
Since its inception, the Move Afrika tour has brought global attention to Africa’s cultural and creative industries. In 2023, Kendrick Lamar himself headlined a Kigali show, setting the stage for an even more impactful 2025 edition.
John Legend’s involvement promises to further spotlight the continent as a cultural powerhouse, ensuring a memorable experience for fans in Kigali and Lagos.
Source: African Publicity
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