Kelvin Momo to Headline eThekwini Shisanyama Festival in Durban This September

Kelvin Momo to Headline eThekwini Shisanyama Festival in Durban This September

  • DJ Kelvin Momo is set to headline the second edition of the eThekwini Shisanyama Festival in Durban
  • The festival is scheduled for Saturday, 26 September 2026, celebrating Heritage Month in KwaZulu-Natal
  • Organisers unveiled the lineup at an exclusive launch event held in Umhlanga on 30 July 2026
Fans are looking forward to his live performance at the event
Kelvin Momo is set to headline the eThekwini Shisanyama Festival this September. Image: Kelvin Momo
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Durban's biggest Heritage Month gathering is making a comeback, and this time it's bringing one of amapiano's most recognisable names to the stage. DJ Kelvin Momo has been confirmed as the headline act for the second edition of the eThekwini Shisanyama Festival, scheduled for Saturday, 26 September 2026.

The announcement was made during an exclusive festival launch held in Umhlanga on 30 July 2026, where organisers laid out their vision for what they're billing as the most significant lifestyle and cultural event in KwaZulu-Natal this year.

Kelvin Momo set to deliver soulful performance

Kelvin Momo's reputation in the amapiano space needs little introduction. Known for consistently selling out shows and racking up chart hits, his presence on the bill is expected to pull a substantial crowd from across the country. Fans can look forward to a set drawn from his extensive catalogue of soulful tracks.

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The festival itself is about far more than the music, though. Now in its second year, the eThekwini Shisanyama Festival was built around a celebration of South Africa's township food culture, local entrepreneurship, and the culinary traditions that have shaped communities across the country.

Kelvin Momo is one of South Africa's most popular amapiano performers
The festival will take place in Durban and feature a lineup of local artists. Image: Kelvin Momo
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Township culture takes centre stage

A key focus of this year's edition is shining a light on how shisanyamas, the beloved neighbourhood braai spots found throughout Durban and surrounding townships, have transformed over time. What once started as informal gathering points have grown into well-organised commercial ventures that attract visitors, generate employment, and contribute meaningfully to the local economy.

The festival brings together food lovers, music fans, and small business owners under one roof, creating a platform that is as much about economic celebration as it is about entertainment. With thousands of festivalgoers expected to attend, the event is shaping up to be a landmark moment for KwaZulu-Natal's Heritage Month calendar.

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Gloria Masia (Human interest editor) Gloria Masia is a Human Interest Writer at Briefly News. She holds a Diploma in Public Relations from UNISA and a Diploma in Journalism from Rosebank College. With over six years of experience, Gloria has worked in digital marketing, online TV production, and radio. Email:gloria.masia@briefly.co.za