Wizkid and Davido, along with other new performers like Little Simz, Popcaan, and Focalistic, will headline the main stage at Afro Nation Portugal 2023. They will join the largest Afrobeats and Amapaino lineup in the world this summer.
Afro Nation, which will take place on the lovely Portimao beach from June 28 to 30, already has a star-studded line-up that includes, to name a few, Burna Boy, 50 Cent, Booba, Aya Nakamura, Fireboy DML, Asake, Arya Starr, Black Sherif, Oxlade, Dadju, and Ms. Banks. The Star Boy himself has rejoined the group at this point. Wizkid, a multi-platinum-selling international superstar with a Grammy to his name, will perform a plethora of hits at Afro Nation Portugal with his silky voice and addictive beats.
Wizkid recently joined Burna Boy, another Afro Nation 2023 headlining act, to become the first African artist to headline UK Stadium shows in 2023.
Meanwhile, Davido, who is renowned for his contagious hooks and contagious onstage energy, has established himself as one of the most innovative and exciting musicians working in Nigeria. This summer, when he returns to the stage with much anticipation, look for another memorable performance that features the crowd singing along to his greatest hits.
BRIT Award-winning lyricist Little Simz also heads out to the Algarve, to ignite the crowd with hits from her groundbreaking new albums ‘Sometimes I Might Be Introvert’ and ‘NO THANK YOU’, along with her classic tunes like ‘Venom’, ‘101FM’ and ‘Boss’. Simz has been winning awards left and right lately for her constant bravery and provocativeness, and her upcoming Afro Nation debut is another moment to cherish. The iconic dancehall legend Popcaan will also be pulling up to Portugal this summer to heat things up with his most sizzling anthems like ‘Only Man She Wants ‘, ‘Party Shot’, and ‘When You Wine Like That’.
That’s not all, either. In light of his headline performance in London at the beginning of this month, Focalistic, another of Amapiano’s finest, has been named as a leading name on this year’s Piano People stage. Along with a host of other South African celebrities, including previously announced headliners Scorpion Kings, Major League DJz, and Uncle Waffles, as well as a host of DJs and artists responsible for some of the most exciting music around right now, Kamo Mphela, Felo a Tee, Sir Trill, and Skyla Tylaa will also be performing. This June, powerful Musa Keys, well-known singer Young Stunna, renowned genre queen DBN Gogo, trailblazer Vigro Deep, “future ghetto punk” superstar Moonchild Sanelly, and many others will bring the heat and stir up the sand with all the newest moves.
The day splits for Afro Nation Portugal 2023 have also been revealed today. The show will begin on June 28 with performances by Burna Boy, Aya Nakamura, and Popcaan; on June 29, Wizkid, Little Simz, and Asake will take the stage; and on June 30, 50 Cent, Davido, Booba, and Fireboy DML will light up the night with fireworks.
Wizkid, Davido, Little Simz, Popcaan, Focalistic, and other artists will be performing at Afro Nation Portugal in 2023, according to the event’s organizers. “We are eager to witness these performers on our stunning beach stage because they exemplify the best of African music and culture. This festival is shaping up to be our best one yet with so many outstanding acts on the lineup, making it the party of the summer that cannot be missed.”
Since its 2019 debut in Portugal, Afro Nation has established itself as a must-attend event. A testament to the effectiveness of bringing together the diaspora and showcasing the best of African music and culture is the festival’s quick expansion, which has led to it now hosting events on sites of cultural significance on three continents. Afro Nation Portugal is poised to draw crowds from the UK, across Europe, Africa, and beyond for another unifying and joyful celebration of Black music, dancing, food, and good vibes. This explosive lineup, along with the reliable Portuguese sun, will help to draw these crowds.
Portuguese Afro Nation’s Second Wave Line-Up for 2023:
Wednesday, June 28:
Oxlade, The Compozers, Nelson Freitas, Nissi, Camidoh, Burna Boy, Aya Nakamura, Popcaan, Ayra Starr, and Aya Nakamura
Thursday, June 29:
Little Simz, Black Sherif, Victony, Ms. Banks, Tyla, Asake, Tayc, Wizkid,
Friday, June 30:
Davido, 50 Cent, Booba, Fireboy DML, Vegedream, Gabzy, Sauti Sol, Gyakie, and Soraia Ramos are some examples.
The stage for Piano People:
Scorpion Kings, Major League DJz, Uncle Waffles, Focalistic, Kamo Mphela, Musa Keys, DBN Gogo, Young Stunna, Felo a Tee, Daliwonga, Tyler ICU, Sha Sha, Vigro Deep, Moonchild Sanelly, Sir Trill, TXC, Boohle, Charisse C, Nicky Summers, Skyla Tylaa, and DJ Fistoz are some of the artists featured.
DJs and hosts:
Xavier, Captain Lulaz, Eddie Kadi, Shopsydoo, DJ Dollar, Dj Sogood, P Montana
More info will be announced!
Afro Nation Portugal 2023 will take place on Praia Da Rocha Beach in Portimao, The Algarve, from June 28 to June 30, 2023.
