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Black Coffee Returns for Two Major Concerts in Johannesburg
South Africa’s global house music heavyweight, Black Coffee, is set to re-energise Johannesburg’s music scene this November with two major concerts that promise to bring the city together.
Fresh from a global run that’s taken him from Ibiza to Miami, the Grammy-winning DJ and producer is bringing his energy back home for a pair of headline events celebrating local sound and culture.
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The first show is part of his Africa Is Not a Jungle series, taking place at Melrose Arch on 29 November. The second, hosted at a yet-to-be-revealed Johannesburg venue, will follow shortly after, giving fans double the chance to experience Black Coffee live before the year ends.
The concerts double as a homecoming for an artist who’s become a global symbol of South African creativity. From collaborations with Drake and Usher to sold-out shows across Europe, Black Coffee has taken South African house music to global stages. Still, performing in front of a home audience carries a kind of energy only a South African crowd can create.
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According to organisers, the Africa Is Not a Jungle event will bring together some of the continent’s top DJs and producers for a full-scale house music experience. The setup promises high-end production, immersive visuals, and a sound that reflects the spirit of South African dance floors.
The concerts also have a deeper purpose. Part of the proceeds from ticket sales will support initiatives run by the Black Coffee Foundation, which funds education and creative programmes across under-resourced communities. It’s a meaningful reminder that, for all his global acclaim, Black Coffee continues to invest in the country that shaped him.
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Tickets are available via Howler, with general access starting from R620. Given his record of sold-out shows, fans are encouraged to secure theirs early.
When Black Coffee steps onto that stage in Johannesburg, it will feel like a full-circle return, both for him and for the fans who’ve followed his journey from local clubs to the world’s biggest festivals.
