An all-star happening in the north

Friday, August 28, 2015

FRANCISTOWN: Night revellers in the northern part of the country will be spoiled for choice at the weekend, with a host of music gigs lined up.

South African artists Bonginkosi Dlamini a.k.a Zola, Pitch Black Afro, real name Thulani Ngcobo, Mdududzi Tshabalala aka Mandoza will headline the maiden annual ‘8ta holla’ music festival, which will be held at the Selebi-Phikwe stadium. This will arguably be the main act in the north.

A full house is expected at the stadium, as this is the first time the three artists will be performing in the copper mining town.

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An all-star happening in the north

FRANCISTOWN: Night revellers in the northern part of the country will be spoiled for choice at the weekend, with a host of music gigs lined up.

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