Scorpion King’s Reveals David as the Final Addition

South Africa’s powerhouse Amapiano duo, the Scorpion Kings—Kabza De Small and DJ Maphorisa just dropped a major surprise: Afrobeats superstar Davido is the final addition to their electrifying Scorpion Kings Live with Friends concert lineup. The reveal came via the final episode in their “Meet Our Friends” series and has set social media and the music industry abuzz

This epic event, dubbed Betway Presents Scorpion Kings Live with Friends, is slated for Friday, 29 August 2025, at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria, with organisers promising a truly continental experience

Why Davido Collaboration Matters

Bringing David Adeleke to the event is not just about star power; it shows the unity of African music stars. DJ Maphorisa called Davido “family” signifying how important his presence is to the event. For Kabza De Small, he described the Nigerian star as the final piece to the already star-studded line-up.

South African music enthusiasts believe this Afrobeats star joining the SScorpion King strengthens the bond between Amapiano and Afrobeats’ global influence.

A Talented Lineup with a Tribute to a Legend

The Scorpion Kings Live With Friends event is a lively show to honour the legacy of South African music icon ; Caiphus Semenya. Also, Kabza and Maphorisa will perform a remix of some of Semenya classics together. These songs are a combination of old music with modern Amapiano lyrics .

Moreover, the main stage is filled with Africa’s most celebrated artists like Cassper Nyovest, Kamo Mphela, Mlindo The Vocalist, Ami Faku, Young Stunna, Msaki, and many more. Furthermore, there will be an exciting pre-show, where upcoming stars like Dlala Thukzin, DBN Gogo, 25k, amongst others will display their talents. Those who wish to experience massive fun should come early.

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The Importance of the Concert 

For Africans, this concert will be more than a show, it will be a cultural masterpiece. The event will show how Amapiano has evolved, and bring together music legends and rising stars on the continent. Davido’s addition will undoubtedly make the event trend more. Having OO1 on the lineup is a good sign and encourages more collaborations among different artists on the continent.

Final Thoughts 

At the Loftus Versfeld stadium, Scorpion King’s Live with friends is set to host one of the best concerts of the year. This event will be graced by top African artists. There will be a tribute to Calphus Semenya, a music icon and Davido will be present at the grand finale. This concert will celebrate African music and put the continent in a positive light across the globe. Mark the date, as this is one experience you can’t afford to miss.