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Annual Buyel'Ekhaya Pan African Music Festival in East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa. Buyel'Ekhaya - Going Back to our Roots!

Founded in 2009, this festival has been greatly supported by the Buffalo City Metro as well as the host city, East London. Buyel’Ekhaya has been well-received by avid festival goers from all across South Africa. In the past the festival has hosted artists like Lira, Simphiwe Dana, Siphokazi, Caiphus Semenya, Letta Mbulu, Freshly Ground, Oliver Mthukudzi and Grammy Award winning group Lady Smith Bl

ack Mambazo amongst others. This line up was very well supported with crowds in excess of 20,000 people in attendance. The festival is hosted in the beautiful province of the Eastern Cape to encourage those who are born in the province but have relocated elsewhere for work reasons, to come home and spend the holidays with their families. The province has plenty to offer in terms of holiday activities, valuable tourist sites to be viewed and thus tourism to the Eastern Cape is supported by the festival. There is job creation for those that provide various services linked to executing the festival. From the local catering companies used, to the cleaning and security staff, we look to make a difference further than just the actual festival. This translates into the economic development of the province on various levels. Moreover, Buyel'Ekhaya pays particular tribute to musicians who have achieved national and international success.

12/12/2023

“Buyel’Ekhaya Festival joins the throngs of people in the country and beyond in mourning the death of songstress, Zahara”

We are saddened to hear of the passing of a dear daughter of our nation, Zahara.

Zahara had a special gift with her lyrics and music which uplifted the spirits of the people of the Eastern Cape, South Africa and the African continent. She brought joy and warmed many a heart with her melodious voice and beautifully arranged lyrics.

We have many fond memories of her performing her various albums and greatest hits at multiple Buyel’Ekhaya Festivals as a consistent and undeniable fan-favourite. She first performed at the festival in 2011 as she entered the music scene with a bang, following the release of her illustrious debut album, “Loliwe”.

We offer our sincerest condolences to her family, friends and fans alike on the loss of this loved one. We will all miss her.

May her beautiful soul rest in eternal peace.

18/02/2023

The Buyel’Ekhaya family bids farewell to South African HIP-HOP icon AKA who will be remembered for his massive footprint in the South African music industry

16/12/2021

Tonight at 9pm on SABC1- Mzansi Fo Sho , the stars of the show will be dripped in sensational clothing and sneaker fashion labels from head to toe. 🔥

The Music festival celebrates extraordinary South African talent in music and fashion. Watch out for Bathu, Imprint ZA, Tshepo Jeans & fireapparelsa!

We doing it BIG! 💥

Tune into the Music Festival tonight!

16/12/2021

Shuu! We’re in for a treat. 😅

Catch the soothing sounds of Mlindo The Vocalist today, on SABC1- Mzansi Fo Sho at 9PM.
Only a few more hours till showtime.
It’s the Music Festival. Areyeng!

15/12/2021

The countdown has officially begun!
Buyel'Ekhaya Music festival is getting ready to serve you the best music & fashion that SA has to offer.
Tune in on 16 December 2021 at 9PM on SABC1- Mzansi Fo Sho, 9pm.

Which artist are you excited to see on stage?

15/12/2021

This iconic DJ, producer & businessman has continued to share his love and passion for music with us. 🙌

26+ Years in the game and still rocking from coast to coast. What’s the secret? Oskido ?

Tune into the 2021 Music Festival to see the legendary Oskido on 16 Dec 2021 on SABC1- Mzansi Fo Sho, 9PM.

14/12/2021

With hit songs like zaka, uzosisola, inhliziyo and many more – Mas Musiq is sure to shut it down this Thursday. 🙌

Are you ready to watch the Music Festival on 16 Dec 2021 on , 9PM?

Set your reminder, si on right after Uzalo SABC 1.

14/12/2021

Guys, kuzoba mnandi! 😅
As’funi ungasho because the man with the magic music fingers De Mthuda will be rocking the stage, the decks… yonke into.

Which De Mthuda song are you looking forward to hearing?

Tune into the Music Festival on 16 Dec 2021 on SABC1- Mzansi Fo Sho at 9pm.

14/12/2021

Known for her signature blue hair and cheeky dance moves… we cannot wait for you to see what musician Moonchild Sanelly has planned for you. Prepare to be entertained! 🔥

Tell us, what’s your favourite Moonchild song?

Tune into the Music Festival on 16 Dec 2021 on SABC1- Mzansi Fo Sho, 9PM.

11/12/2021

Introducing our multi-talented host, u sisi o top, o ne steez nyana! One time for Pearl Thusi.

11/12/2021

Kwaze kwa’mnandi e South Aaah bafwetu!
Here’s the full lineup for this year’s Buyel’Ekhaya Music Festival. Set your reminders & do tune in on 16 December 2021 at 9PM on
SABC1- Mzansi Fo Sho.

Who are you most excited to see on stage?

10/12/2021

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, which limits social gatherings, returns as a virtual event for the 2nd year running.
Join us in celebrating music and fashion on 16 Dec 2021 at 9PM on SABC1- Mzansi Fo Sho.

Will you be joining us?

08/12/2021

Asike sithi shwi! ✈️
The Buyel’Ekhaya Music Festival is back like it never left. Sithi aba returning to your TV screen to deliver a world-class production of music and fashion.
Tune in on 16 Dec 2021, on SABC1- Mzansi Fo Sho at 9PM. Save the date & stay tuned to our page for more details!

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Buffalo Park Cricket Stadium, Recreation Road, Arcadia
East London
5201

Website

http://buyelekhaya.co.za/

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The countdown has officially begun! Buyel'Ekhaya Music festival is getting ready to serve you the best music & fashion that SA has to offer. Tune in on 16 December 2021 at 9PM on SABC1- Mzansi Fo Sho, 9pm. Which artist are you excited to see on stage? #Bantubasekhaya #BuyelEkhaya2021

Introducing our multi-talented host, u sisi o top, o ne steez nyana! One time for Pearl Thusi. #Buyelekhaya2021 #Bantubasekhaya

Kwaze kwa’mnandi e South Aaah bafwetu! Here’s the full lineup for this year’s Buyel’Ekhaya Music Festival. Set your reminders & do tune in on 16 December 2021 at 9PM on SABC1- Mzansi Fo Sho. Who are you most excited to see on stage? #Bantubasekhaya #BuyelEkhaya20201

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Siyaquba. It is *ALL* systems go for our 10th Birthday Celebration next weekend! The legend Moshe Ndiki will be your resident MC for the entire weekend. Here is what he had to say. Get your tickets from computicket or Shoprite Checkers! #Buyelekhaya2018 #10yearsofBuyelekhaya #CrownOfTheEasternCape