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Oct 2020
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Annually in February, Sauti za Busara offers a magical experience in Zanzibar for people from across the world to celebrate a rich and diverse programme of music from across the African Continent, 100% live. The 18th edition rocks the walls of Stone Town during 12th - 13th February 2021. For the well-being of artists, visitors and the local population, additional health and safety measures will be in place.
The festival is organised by Busara Promotions, a non-profit NGO registered in Zanzibar.
Morena Leraba, Lesotho
Yugen Blakrok, South Africa
Dogo Fara, Reunion
Tofa Boy, Zanzibar
Siti Muharam, Zanzibar
Sika Kokoo Band, Ghana
Barnaba Classic, Tanzania
Maallem Abdelkebir Merchane, Morocco
Sandra Nankoma, Uganda
#SzB2021 Festival Line-up
Yugen Blakrok (South Africa); Milton Gulli (Mozambique); Barnaba Classic (Tanzania); Siti Muharam (Zanzibar); Dawda Jobarteh (The Gambia); Maallem Abdelkebir Merchane (Morocco); Djam (Algeria); Morena Leraba (Lesotho); Sika Kokoo (Ghana); Sandra Nankoma (Uganda); Dogo Fara (Reunion); Tofa Boy (Zanzibar); Misoji Nkwabi (Tanzania); Shabo Makota (Tanzania); Stone Town Rockerz (Zanzibar / Tanzania)...and moreSubject to final confirmation and more to be announced.
See video clips, read biographies, find out more about each artist on the festival website.
Tickets & Passes
Tickets for Sauti za Busara 2021 are available to buy safely and securely online, with special prices for Tanzanian citizens, African passport-holders, EAC Residents and all who book Early-Bird Supersaver passes (before 31 October).
For prices and bookings, see www.busaramusic.org/festivals/tickets/
Info for Visitors
First time to Zanzibar? See Info for Visitors
The festival offers generous visibility and promotion for all donors, sponsors and partners, including TV, radio and print media coverage, promotion on YouTube, facebook, instagram and twitter, in festival newsletters and photo galleries, branding at venues and press conferences, with complimentary tickets for your staff or clients.
Sponsor * Be a Friend of Busara
To request a Festival Sponsor Pack, please contact Festival Manager: [email protected]
Donors, Sponsors and Partners
Thanks to all donors, sponsors and partners for supporting 2021:
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Press & Media
The deadline to apply for Sauti za Busara festival press accreditation is 2 January 2021
Advance registration is mandatory for all media professionals; it will not be possible to apply on site. There are THREE types of Press accreditation: PRESS pass, PHOTO pass, VIDEO pass. Please apply for the one that is right for you. Note space is limited; not all applications can be accommodated.
To apply for media accreditation, see more information here.
Stalls & Traders
A limited number of stall spaces are available for rental inside the venue, to trade or display your goods. Priority is given to local and East African traders offering unique and locally made arts, crafts, clothes, music, food and refreshments.
For more information, please email [email protected]
Other Events
#SOULIDARITY Campaign
Are you an African musician who lost performance opportunities and income due to COVID-19? The #SOULIDARITY fund is here to help. Apply and join the movement at www.soulidarity.org
Support the musicians of Africa and share this campaign with your friends and contacts. We can all play our part, as the music must go on!
Marafiki Festival
8 – 9 Oct: The Slow Leopard, Dar es Salaam
10 Oct: Firefly, Bagamoyo
Featuring many of Tanzania’s finest bands, including Sikinde, Msafiri Zawose, Siti & the Band, Rich Lumambo, Malfred, Wamwiduka Band, Misoji Nkwabi, Abeneko & Positive Mind, Ze Spirits, Afro Simba, Shabo Makota and more.
Jambiani Vibes
10 Oct, 10am to 10pm, at New Teddy’s on the beach in Jambiani, Zanzibar. 12 hours of live music with Malfred, Ras Coco, Wakushi Band, Taffa and the band, Willa the Note and more. Workshops, food, drinks and fun for all the family …
WOMEX (World Music Expo)
The first ever digital edition of WOMEX takes place 21 – 25 October. This is a virtual space that allows the conversations to continue, the music to keep playing and the global connections to remain strong.
More info and registration: https://www.womex.com/virtual/piranha_arts_1/news/womex_20_digital_1
Contact us
Busara Promotions
P O Box 3635
Stone Town
Zanzibar, Tanzania
Find us off the airport road, Maisara
Tel: +255 24 223 2423
or +255 773 822 294
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