The legendary Ms. Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean, Ziggy and YG Marley Lira, Mandisi Dyantyis, Joyous Celebration Rewind and Zoë Modiga are set to perform at the 12th edition of The DStv Delicious International Food and Music Festival Powered by LottoStar
Johannesburg, 17July 2025: This year The DStv Delicious International Food and Music Festival Powered by LottoStar promises a vibrant fusion of flavours, sound, and celebration. On 20 and 21 September, the iconic Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit will come alive with dynamic activations, festive experiences, and a rich tapestry of musical eras, genres, and styles across two stages.
It’s in the South African DNA to embrace creativity that explores the intricate layers between the traditional & modern, youthful & nostalgic or international & local, and this year’s festival continues that trend. On what promises to be a spirit-filled Sunday, South Africa’s prized gospel group Joyous Celebration Rewind will spread upliftment with selected alumni, including the Idols South Africa and SABC Crown Gospel Award-winning Khaya Mthetwa. Afterwards, the SAMA Award-winning and NAACP Award-nominated Mandisi Dyantyis will grace the stage with his fusion of indigenous African music and jazz idioms. Zoë Modiga, a recipient of both Glamour’s Woman of the Year: Musician Game Changer Award and Standard Bank’s Young Artist Award in 2023, will complement this with her own stirring, afro-realist take on jazz.
The fantastic musical pairings continue throughout the day as the 11-time SAMA Award-winning queen of South African Afro-soul, Lira, continues her triumphant return to stage. Lira’s delightful blend of afropop, r&b and jazz will coalesce with the nostalgic hip-hop/soul of Ms. Lauryn Hill, who will deliver an incomparable performance with longtime collaborator Wyclef Jean as musical guest. Poised to turn the lights down low on a memorable weekend, the 8-time Grammy Award-winning Ms. Hill arrives on our shores alongside Ziggy Marley & YG Marley, as the duo make special appearances in celebration of the Miseducation of Lauryn Hill 25th Anniversary Tour. With hits like ‘Zion’, the 70s-inspired ‘Doo Wop (That Thing)’ and ‘Everything Is Everything’, Ms. Lauryn Hill‘s revered offering was selected as the Best Album of All Time by Apple Music, and now South Africans get a chance to relive the magic of the album with this icon LIVE!
Indulging in this blend of sounds is the perfect way to round off a festival that fuses everything together, so make sure not to miss either of these acts! This weekend of extravagance is driven by the signature diversity of the nation, and even more excitement is to be expected from the eclectic talents who will strut their stuff on The Channel O Dance Stage. In The DStv Delicious Festival Powered by LottoStar‘s true style, there’ll be a wide range of other experiences to sample too, with vibrant expressions of local food, art, and fashion to indulge in!
Picking up from the unforgettable moments of previous iterations, this 12th edition of The DStv Delicious Festival Powered by LottoStar will be an experiential weekend with timeless sounds, local treats and global acts.
“It’s incredible to be back at the iconic Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit, and we can’t wait to welcome fans to a weekend that celebrates us all through music and food as we come together during Heritage Month,” says Funeka Peppeta, Marketing Director of The DStv Delicious International Food & Music Festival Powered by LottoStar. “We’re proud to announce the phenomenal artist lineup for Sunday, with Saturday’s main acts and the Channel O Dance Stage lineup to be revealed soon. This year promises to be an unforgettable experience — from the world-class music to bold culinary, art and fashion moments that reflect the rich diversity of our country and heritage.”
Early bird general admission tickets available until 28th July at R650. You can also snap up Delicious Lounge tickets on the main arena at R2 500 per person, or tickets for the all-inclusive Injabulo Lounge on The Terrace at R8 350 per person. Secure your tickets via Ticketmaster, or visit www.deliciousfestival.com for more details.
The 12th annual DStv Delicious International Food and Music Festival Powered by LottoStar, is brought to you by the following partners: DStv, LottoStar, Telkom, Mercedes-Benz, Coke Studio, Sensodyne, 702, 947, Proudly South African, Flight Centre, Delicious Festival Trader Academy Powered by FoodBev SETA, and Channel O.
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About DStv International Food and Music Festival Powered by LottoStar
The DStv Delicious International Food & Music Festival Powered by LottoStar is an annual two-day event held in Johannesburg. The festival is known for its celebration of music, food, arts, and culture.
Over the years the DStv Delicious Festival Powered by LottoStar has taken place at four different venues. 2013, 2014 and 2015, all on open field government owned parks. By 2016 the event had established itself as SA’s premier lifestyle event, attracting 40 000 of Johannesburg’s hottest consumers, and moved to the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit.
The festival has featured a wide array of both international and local artists. Some notable past headliners include Jamiroquai, Common, Chaka Khan, Hugh Masekela, De La Soul, Lira, Macy Gray, Thandiswa Mazwai, Bongo Maffin, Black Coffee, Burna Boy, Femi Kuti, Tiwa Savage, Louie Vega, Maxwell, Zakes Bantwini, Tems, Shalamar, Incognito, and Arrested Development. The festival has also paid tribute to South African music legends, celebrating artists like Lebo Mathosa, Miriam Makeba, Lucky Dube, Sibongile Khumalo, Ray Phiri, Johnny Clegg, Brenda Fassie, AKA, HHP, Mandoza, and Riky Rick.
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