The Grammy Award-winning singer already made headlines in 2023 as the first African artist to headline a UK stadium show at the London Stadium.
Backed by his full live band, Burna delivered a high-energy set that celebrated both his past hits and new music. Fans danced and sang along to anthems like “Last Last,” “It’s Plenty,” “On The Low,” and “City Boys.”Burna Boy’s performance was more than just music. It was a statement of how far Afrobeats has come globally.
Among the cheering fans were some familiar faces, including his mother and manager Bose Ogulu, his sister Ronami Ogulu, and Nigerian-Kiwi UFC champion Israel Adesanya, whose surprise appearance thrilled the local audience.While Burna Boy headlined, Afro Soul Festival also served as a platform to showcase other rising Afrobeats artists.
The event aimed to be more than a concert, was designed as a cultural meeting point for the African community and its growing influence in New Zealand.
The R18 festival held on 11 October ran from 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm and transformed Lilyworld into a vibrant cultural space. Alongside the main performances, attendees explored African art installations, authentic food stalls, and dance battles.
The success of the sold-out event proved that Afrobeats resonates just as strongly in the Pacific as it does anywhere else.
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