MI Abaga, Cassper Nyovest, Efya, Victoria Kimani, others take Africa to London

May 9, 2017 3:47 PM

This year's event comes after the huge success of two previously sold out shows in New York and Houston with nothing short of amazing live performances.

For the first time since inception, the

This year, old and new lovers of Afrobeats, Afro Dance, High life, Bongo Flava and other genres of the African sound can look forward to performances from amazing acts across the continent including one of Africa's legendary Rappers; M.I Abaga, Ghana's fiercest; Efya, Kenyan's hottest talent; Victoria Kimani, and the man of the moment in Southern Africa; Cassper Nyovest.

Other acts include Tiwa Savage, Awilo Logomba,Falz, Tekno, Alikiba, Olamide Phyno, Davido Eugy and the dymanic duo; PSquare.

Classic Man; Jidenna and Ghana's hottest MC Sarkodie are to headline the concert. This year's event comes after the huge success of two previously sold out shows in New York and Houston with nothing short of amazing live performances from Wizkid, Jidenna, D'Banj and Seun Kuti just to mention a few.

At this year's edition of what is considered the world's biggest Afro Beats festival, there is something for everyone including the fashionistas in form of a fashion showcase scheduled for Friday the 12th of May featuring brands like; BULU, April, Preby and Talak amongst others. Also performing at the showcase are Chocolate City's Koker, Praiz, Emma Nyra, POE, DIL and Skales.

The main event will be held at the Wembley Arena.