The year didn’t just begin, it opened with energy and cultural resonance. On 3 January 2026, Afrobeats sensation Asake delivered a memorable headline performance at the Goldrush Dome in Johannesburg, South Africa, marking his first major solo show in the country as part of the AfroFuture: Curated by Culture Live Series.
From the moment he hit the stage, fans were fully engaged, singing along to every lyric, including his Yoruba-infused songs that have become staples across the continent. The packed venue, with thousands in attendance, was a testament to how far his music has traveled, bridging cultural and linguistic borders as South African crowds confidently echoed his lyrics.
Among the highlight moments was Asake performing “Worship” live alongside a choir, a visual and sonic moment that feels like the perfect start to a new year. The performance was not just loud or crowd-pleasing; it carried a sense of cultural connection and shared joy, signaling a year that is already shaping up with rhythm, unity, and creative depth.
Asake’s South Africa show reminds us that the year ahead will not just be heard, it will be felt.
