The International LGBTQ+ Travel Association Selects Puerto Rico as its 2023 Convention Destination

The International LGBTQ+ Travel Association announced today that it will present its 2023 Global Convention in San Juan, Puerto Rico, a destination that stands out in the Caribbean for its lively LGBTQ+ scene and commitment to diversity and inclusion. The host city selection carries even greater impact as IGLTA will celebrate its 40^th anniversary next year and has not held a convention in the Caribbean since 1985.

“After an extensive process of analyzing and discussing very competitive bids, we are proud to choose Puerto Rico, a destination with diversity in its DNA, as the host for our 40th Anniversary Convention in September 2023,” said IGLTA Board Chair Felipe Cardenas. “Puerto Rico offers a unique blend of Spanish, Taino, and African heritages, which are reflected in its vibrant arts, music, and cuisine. Holding our signature educational and networking event there provides the great potential of making a strong, positive impact not only on their local LGBTQ+ communities, but on LGBTQ+ tourism throughout the Caribbean.”

Discover Puerto Rico began its work in the LGBTQ+ segment in parallel with the DMO’s launch in 2018. A year later, baseline research showed 19% of LGBTQ+ travelers identified Puerto Rico as an LGBTQ+ welcoming destination. In 2020, that number increased to 41%. The Island achieved this success through a strategic embrace of best practices and the LGBTQ+ community, working in partnership with LGBTQ+ agency HospitableMe. Noting education as the first step toward change, the DMO provided their teams with training around LGBTQ+ language, imagery, the market, history, biology, and evolving Industry standards for how to make LGBTQ+ people feel more welcomed and included. 

“Dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where all travelers can live out their travel dreams, Puerto Rico is honored to be selected as the host destination for the IGLTA 2023 Global Convention,” said Leah Chandler, CMO of Discover Puerto Rico. “With core values of collaboration and representation, our DMO welcomes this opportunity to invite the global LGBTQ+ travel community to take part in an educational and transformative experience alongside our on-Island partners.”

The island also provides a beautiful natural setting for tourism professionals from around the world to explore: 300 miles of coastline; the only rainforest in the United States forest system, El Yunque; three of the world’s bioluminescent bays; and many other sustainable activities.

IGLTA’s board of directors determines each year’s host city through an extensive bidding process that considers the association’s diverse membership as well as the destination’s support for LGBTQ+ tourism, its desire to grow that presence, and efforts to expand DEI initiatives. IGLTA has held its premier event in the Caribbean only once before—also in Puerto Rico.

Watch the Host Destination Video Announcement on IGLTA’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gHXZMLLI0e8

About IGLTA

The International LGBTQ+ Travel Association is the global leader in advancing LGBTQ+ travel and a proud Affiliate Member of the United Nations World Tourism Organization. IGLTA’s mission is to provide information and resources for LGBTQ+ travelers and expand LGBTQ+ tourism globally by demonstrating its significant social and economic impact. The association’s professional network includes 10,000+ LGBTQ+ welcoming accommodations, destinations, service providers, travel agents, tour operators, events and travel media, and its members can be found in 80 countries. The philanthropic IGLTA Foundation empowers LGBTQ+ welcoming travel businesses globally through leadership, research, and education. For more information: iglta.org, igltaconvention.org or iglta.org/foundation and follow us on Facebook @IGLTA, @IGLTABusiness or @IGLTAFoundation, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram @iglta.

About Discover Puerto Rico

Discover Puerto Rico is a newly established private, not-for-profit Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) whose mission is to make Puerto Rico visible to the world as a premier travel destination. The DMO brings prosperity to the people of Puerto Rico by collaboratively promoting the Island’s diversity and uniqueness for leisure and business travel, and events. It is responsible for all global marketing, sales, and promotion of the destination and works collaboratively with key local governmental and non-governmental players throughout Puerto Rico’s visitor economy and the community at large, to empower economic growth. To discover all the beauty the Island has to offer, visit DiscoverPuertoRico.com.

IGLTA Foundation Introduces Transgender Advisory Group to Improve Resources for Gender-Diverse Travelers

Transgender Day of Visibility)—The International LGBTQ+ Travel Association and the IGLTA Foundation celebrate transgender and gender-expansive people, in all their diversity, for their empowering contributions to societies across the planet. We strive to eradicate the discrimination that still prevents many gender-diverse individuals from living openly and fully as their authentic selves. 

As part of this commitment, the IGLTA Foundation has formed a global advisory group to help the association create better resources to support gender-diverse travelers. The dynamic group includes Jacob Anderson-Minshall, Editor-in-Chief, Out Traveler; Renato Braga, Account Manager, Amadeus Brasil; Gabrielle Claiborne, CEO, Transformation Journeys Worldwide; author/advocate Dr. Elijah Nicholas; Alejandra Palma, Commercial Manager, Chile, Condor Travel; Rachel Reese, CEO, Global Butterflies; Diane Rodriguez, Founder, LGBT Chamber of Commerce of Ecuador; Stevie Tran, Founding Partner, Tran Arrowsmith; and Bella Thanakarn Vongvisitsin, Founder, LGBTIQ+ Tourism Asia. 

“We are very aware of underrepresentation in travel, whether it’s overall marketing that fails to include transgender and gender-diverse travelers or lack of visibility in our business network,” said IGLTA President/CEO John Tanzella. “We need to develop more inclusive resources to help tourism professionals better understand the needs of transgender and gender-expansive clients.”

“There are so many safety issues and concerns specific to transgender and gender-diverse travelers that need to receive more attention globally, and we want to ensure that the tool kit we develop is informed by those we wish to serve,” said IGLTA Foundation Board Chair Theresa Belpulsi.

Please join us in elevating trans and gender-expansive people today, Transgender Day of Visibility, and every day. If you’re interested in joining this group or would like to refer a new member, please email info@igltafoundation.org.

IGLTA Shares DEI Strategies for a Stronger Global Tourism Industry

A new report from the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association Foundation unpacks some of the key approaches to boosting diversity, equity, and inclusion across the tourism industry—and why it matters.

The report, “DEI Strategies for a Stronger Global Tourism Industry” is now available as a free resource at IGLTA.org/Research. It uncovers some of reasons for socially responsible growth across the travel market, and practical ways DEI can help build both successful businesses and stronger communities.

“As global tourism returns, now is a perfect opportunity for travel and tourism companies of all sizes to expand their DEI efforts,” said IGLTA President/CEO John Tanzella. “Prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion is the right way for businesses to foster respect among employees, partners and clients. IGLTA is proud to help its members and partners learn about and invest in this vital approach to socially responsible growth.”

Behind the report was an esteemed group of thought leaders who gathered as part of an IGLTA Foundation Think Tank at the 2021 IGLTA Annual Convention in Atlanta. More than 30 participants joined the discussion, including members of destination-marketing companies, local and regional governments, tourism- and workplace-advocacy groups, and Fortune-500 corporations. It was sponsored by marketing firm Simpleview and hosted by international law firm King & Spalding.

The report explores the “DEI journey” as an effective approach to attracting top talent, boosting productivity and stoking innovation. Among its key takeaways are recommendations that leadership coaching, supplier diversity, intentional skill-building, and management accountability all contribute to the long-term benefits of DEI. 

Due to its global breadth, the tourism industry in particular can help promote greater understanding of local cultures and social issues, involve local communities in tourism decisions, support authentic travel experiences, and positively support diversity in a destination. All are considerations worth examining for any travel company seeking to drive responsible tourism through its own cultural competence.

Read more about this and other IGLTA Foundation reports at IGLTA.org/Research.

About IGLTA & the IGLTA Foundation

The International LGBTQ+ Travel Association is the global leader in advancing LGBTQ+ travel and a proud Affiliate Member of the United Nations World Tourism Organization. IGLTA’s mission is to provide information and resources for LGBTQ+ travelers and expand LGBTQ+ tourism globally by demonstrating its significant social and economic impact. The association’s professional network includes 10,000+ LGBTQ+ welcoming accommodations, destinations, service providers, travel agents, tour operators, events and travel media, and its members can be found in 80 countries. The philanthropic IGLTA Foundation empowers LGBTQ+ welcoming travel businesses globally through leadership, research, and education. For more information: iglta.org, igltaconvention.org or iglta.org/foundation and follow us on Facebook @IGLTA, @IGLTABusiness or @IGLTAFoundation, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram @iglta.

Township speedsters lace up for Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon

A promising pair of runners from the Western Cape township of Fisantekraal will be Lining up at the start of next week’s Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon thanks to their participation in a development programme for talented runners between the ages of 12 and 23.

Several young runners from the programme have represented Western Province at school level, and many could represent South Africa when coordinated funding becomes a reality.

Waldi Robinson, 17, will be taking a crack at the half marathon for the first time, while Ralph Pietersen, 40, takes on the ultra for the sixth time.

“I’m really excited and nervous at the same time. It’s my first 21km ever,” said Robinson.

“Running is something that has always been part of my lifestyle and has motivated me in different ways, not just in running but in my life. It has taught me that nothing is impossible if you put the work in,“ he added.

The development programme, For the Long Run , is helping to break generational cycles of gangsterism, poverty, drugs and crime for the 12 500 residents of Fisantekraal through a collaboration between the community, Totalsports and Adidas.

The initiative has created a safe space for young runners to participate in a coordinated training programme set up by husband and wife team Christine and Gehard Le Roux. The runners are fuelled with refreshments and snacks by Vida e Caffe and clothed in the necessary kit. 

“Waldi is very talented and came in the top 20 at the Tyger Run 10km recently, in 37 minutes. Ralph will be running the ultra marathon and this is his sixth time,” said Christine Le Roux.

“He loves running and wants to make a positive contribution in the Fisantekraal community. His dream is to become a running coach there,” added Le Roux.

“I would love to see a Sports Centre established here, where these kids can progress to guiding and mentoring kids in the future. We want to see our runners empowered and impassioned by their success, that they channel that into leadership within this community and change it, fundamentally, a decade from now,” she said. 

“We are committed to making running accessible to all South Africans, no matter the goal, distance, or motivation for running,” said Totalsports Head of Business Jonathan Stein.

“Totalsports has worked with incredible partners who support this vision over the last 20 years. Together, we have impacted thousands of lives around South Africa.”

In just a week, all roads will lead to the much-anticipated Totalsports Two-Oceans Marathon after a two-year absence. The iconic race has particular significance for the newcomer title sponsor, Totalsports. It is the start of their first year of sponsorship, but it also marks their 20th anniversary in uplifting the sport in disadvantaged communities.

Totalsports also sponsors the Phantane running club, promoting the development of elite athletes from disadvantaged backgrounds. Members of the club who are expected to participate in the 2022 Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon include KZN marathon champion Bonginkosi Zwane and 2:11 marathon runner Sboniso Sikhakhane, in the ultra marathon, and Mbuleli Mathanga in the half marathon.

Vodacom Western Cape hands over 257 new cold chain units valued at R3.6 million to Western Cape Provincial Government to boost vaccine storage and distribution

To support the drive for effective COVID-19 vaccinations in South Africa, Vodacom and the Western Cape Department of Health are pleased to announce the distribution of 257 new cold chain units, worth R3.6 million, across the province. The equipment enables the Western Cape Department of Health to boost COVID-19 vaccine storage and distribution, particularly to more remote areas, while maintaining vaccine efficacy. The handover took place today at Groote Schuur Hospital in Cape Town with Western Cape Premier Alan Winde in attendance.

This comes after Vodacom Group and Vodafone Foundation donated R74 million in the procurement of cold chain equipment, ensuring the safe delivery and administration of COVID-19 vaccines and other life-saving medicine, to several countries in sub-Saharan Africa. South Africa has received 2 197 units of this essential equipment in the fight against the pandemic. The units will get distributed across all nine provinces.

The 257 cold chain units donated to the Western Cape Province consist of six vaccine freezers, 40 ice-lined vaccine fridges, 80 cooler boxes, 125 electronic temperature loggers, two remote temperature devices and four remote probes. The equipment is being distributed to 51 sites across all six districts of the province: Cape Town Metro Municipality, Cape Winelands District Municipality, Central Karoo District Municipality, Garden Route District Municipality, Overberg District Municipality and West Coast District Municipality.

“As we continue to partner with the government in response to COVID-19, Vodacom wants to assist all South Africans in overcoming the challenges of the crisis. Through the investment and distribution of cold-chain equipment throughout the Western Cape, we are ensuring citizens have greater access to safely stored vaccines. This is a critical step towards building an inclusive post-pandemic future,” says Carol Hall, Managing Executive, Vodacom Western Cape.

The Premier of the Western Cape, Alan Winde, said: “I want to commend Vodacom for their significant and generous donation of new cold chain units throughout the province, ensuring that more people get access to life-saving COVID-19 vaccines. As we exit the National State of Disaster and Disaster Regulations come to an end, each of us needs to assume greater personal responsibility. We can do this by practising the golden rules of good hygiene. We should also protect those at risk of severe disease, by acting responsibly. Getting vaccinated is also the right choice to make so that we save lives and jobs.”

Cold-chain management is a crucial part of ensuring a safe and effective inoculation drive. Vaccines require uninterrupted refrigeration which meet certain temperature requirements, from the place of manufacturing until the point of administration. If the cold-chain is broken at any point from arrival to administration, this may affect the effectiveness and efficacy of vaccines, which means they become potentially unsafe for immunisation.

Vaccine storage is a challenge for various countries on the African continent. A recent survey of 34 African countries by the African regional office of the World Health Organization (WHO) revealed that, in 31% of countries, more than 50% of districts have challenges with cold-chain capacity.

“The distribution of cold chain equipment supports the national vaccination programme in ensuring vulnerable and hard-to-reach communities in the Western Cape region have access to safe vaccines. Moreover, the equipment can also assist government beyond the COVID-19 pandemic, with the storage and distribution of other life-saving medicine. This supports Vodacom’s social contract to help better the lives of people through technology,” adds Hall.

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AFRICA’S SIGNATURE ‘JOBURG POLO IN THE PARK’ EVENT SET TO TAKE PLACE THIS MONTH

AFRICA’S SIGNATURE ‘JOBURG POLO IN THE PARK’ EVENT SET TO TAKE PLACE THIS MONTH

TICKETS SALES OPEN FOR SECOND STANDARD BANK JOBURG POLO IN THE PARK  Johannesburg, South Africa – Event producers of the Polo in the Park, African Deluxe Company recently announced the return of the 2nd Standard Bank ‘Joburg Polo in the Park’ taking place at Gauteng’s premium residential lifestyle estate Steyn City, at the end of April.   Tickets sales opened this past Friday.   The inaugural Standard Bank Joburg Polo in the Park was hosted in 2019, dazzling guests with fabulous fashion, good music and delectable gourmet meals and beverages.   Polo in the Park brings a special thrill to a time-honoured sport, thanks to its unique format: because there are only three players aside with an inflatable ball, rather than the hard one used in traditional matches, spectators can get close up to the action and enjoy all the thrills of the matches.   With the option three Premium VIP Hospitality Marquees to choose from, each offers a unique experience:   Steyn City Lounge – A premium lounge offering prime views, gourmet lunch, bespoke décor, open bar and all the trimmings of the game with tickets retailing @ R4500 p/p (VAT incl.)VIP Hospitality TicketLuxury lounge seatingPremier view of polo fieldInternational Premium Open barFlavoursome harvest tableGourmet 3 course buffet lunchButler serviceVIP ablution facilitiesComplimentary parkingAfrican Deluxe Lounge – offers those new to the sport a fantastic opportunity to experience the glamour of polo in a relaxed setting with full catering and complimentary local bar throughout the day – tickets are R3200 p/p (VAT incl.)VIP Hospitality TicketLuxury décor & variety seatingPremier views of the polo fieldFull complementary local barFlavoursome harvest tableGourmet 3 course buffet lunchButler serviceVIP ablution facilitiesComplimentary ParkingSplendour Lux Lounge is the best way to experience the game in a vibrant environment. From the comfort of their eight-seater lounge, guests are treated to personalised service and outstanding catering and bottle service from their dedicated hostess, while SA’s top DJs provide the vibe. Tickets are priced from R10 000 for 4-seater and R20 000 upwards for 8-seater packages.VIP Hospitality TicketsPremier views of the polo fieldDedicated hostessFlavoursome harvest tableMeaty lunch plattersPremium bar package / Bottle Serviceincluding:  Champagne, Whiskey, Gin, Cognac VSOP, Mixers and energy drinksComplimentary Parking  “We have created an event that speaks to the high expectations of players and spectators alike. We are especially excited to bring polo fans back together again after the uncontrolled two-year hiatus,” says Sandile Dlamini, founding member of ADC. “Polo is the sport of kings.  Any event celebrating this sport must reflect this. To ensure the Polo in the Park upholds its regal upstanding image, we have benchmarked this event against internationally respected polo tournaments. The result is a spectacular occasion marked by glamour and luxury offering dynamic, networking opportunities, classy live entertainment and of course, the excitement of this fast-paced format. All these elements come together to set to create an unforgettable experience for all who attend. ”   The Standard Bank Joburg Polo in the Park offers a magnificent way to enjoy the sport of kings and is set to capture the imagination of equestrian lovers in grand style.   From Johannesburg, the business capital of the province to the rest of South Africa and eventually the African continent, this event is set to become an intercontinental fixture on the sporting/social calendar.     STANDARD BANK JOBURG POLO IN THE PARK INFO   DATE            :           Saturday, 30th April 2022   TIME             :           11am – 7pm   VENUE          :          Steyn City, Johannesburg   Standard Bank account holders get 15% discount when paying with their Standard Bank Debit or Credit Cards. For more information regarding ticket prices, package or the various experience offering, do check out www.joburgpolointhepark.com   Tickets available now www.ticketpro.co.za Alternatively contact hospitality@joburgpolointhepark.com for package options.

TWO OF SOUTH AFRICA’S FRESHEST TALENT JOIN Y

Y continues to open up the industry this programming year. Newly unearthed and seasoned broadcasters will share space on the airwaves and other Y platforms.

 
Actor, TV presenter and now radio broadcaster Caddy (full name Teboho Tsotetsi) hosts Fresh by Caddy on Saturdays from 2pm to 6pm. Known for his role on local production, Legacy and 2021 GQ’s best-dressed winner, he says that joining Y has long been an aspiration of his. “I’ve always wanted to join the freshest radio station in South Africa and look forward to covering what’s trending in street culture, music and fashion.”
 
Former Tuks FM DJ, Dimpho Mokgotho, will now host The D Spot on Saturdays from 10am to 2pm and drives the musical experience of Sunday Feels from 10am to 2pm on South Africa’s largest commercial youth radio station. The perfectly curated music playlists on Sunday Feels, is one of the stations flagship entities and is a differentiating offering that cannot be missed.
 
Mncedisi Sindane, the winner of Y’s #BeTheNext competition, now joins the official Y line-up on weekdays from 3am to 5am.
 
Haseena Cassim, MD of YFM, says that the line-up continues to stay true to the essence of Y, which is a brand that connects the world to young South Africans and young South Africans to opportunity: “We have created opportunities for new talent to shine and ensured that the Y line-up is not only geared to deliver the best content for the consumer but to take the consumer on a memorable experience.
 
“I know that the new afternoon drive time show, launching on 3 May, is set to deliver a scintillating connection between the listener, brand and host. Y evolves alongside its listeners and this year will illustrate Y’s presence within the market, in spaces outside of its traditional and digital platforms.”
 
The philosophy of creating opportunity is extended into the sought-after weekday mix DJ slot YTKO, which defined the 6pm hour in the market. DJs will now compete to become the resident for Wednesdays every month.
 
“YTKO Knockout Wednesday will open up the industry for many young DJs. Mentors Just Mo and Zan D are exceptional at their craft and will offer direction and advice to hopeful DJs,” continues Haseena Cassim.
 
These mix DJ masters (Just Mo and Zan D) have built brands both on and off the Y platform and will take on In The Ring – Saturdays from 8pm to 10pm. This platform is the weekly battleground, and each mentor will select a finalist to take into the ‘ring’ for the first Wednesday of each month.
 
The rest of the YTKO resident DJs are Legendary Crisp (Monday), Fif_Laaa (Tuesday), Venom (Thursday) and Candii (Friday). 
 
The station announces further line-up changes from 1 April.
 
Threeway, Y’s specialty Hip Hop show sees the addition of DJ Fae Fae alongside Zan D and Samke.
 
Fif_Laaa takes over the 6pm to 10pm Sunday evening slot with Sundaze.
 
Lula Odiba, who hosts The Night Cap with Lula Odiba (Mondays to Thursdays from 7pm) now adds Fridays at 7pm to her roster, with a brand new mix show called Level Up.
 
As demanded by our audience, Y Mornings with DJ Ankletap and Kandis Kardash, The A List with Supta and Tshepi, The Shakedown with Nia and Mthaux remain as is.
 
The station’s new drive time show will launch on Tuesday 3 May (Monday 2 May is a public holiday) and the host will be announced in April.
 
Listen to Y via streaming on the YFM App, yfm.co.za, OpenView HD, DStv Channel 859 or on FM 99.2.
 
Y Line Up from 1 April 2022:
 
MONDAY
 

5am to 9am	Y Mornings with DJ Ankletap and Kandis Kardash
9am to 12pm	The A List with Supta and Tshepi
12pm to 3pm	The Shakedown with Nia and Mthaux
3pm to 6pm	Afternoon Drive on Y
6pm to 6:45pm	YTKO – Legendary Crisp
6:45pm to 10pm	The Nightcap with Lula Odiba
10pm to 12am	Late Nights with Petula El-Kindiy
12am to 3am	Non-stop Music
3am to 5am	Wake-Up Call with Mncedisi

 
TUESDAY
 

5am to 9am	Y Mornings with DJ Ankletap and Kandis Kardash
9am to 12pm	The A List with Supta and Tshepi
12pm to 3pm	The Shakedown with Nia and Mthaux
3pm to 6pm	Afternoon Drive on Y
6pm to 6:45pm	YTKO – Fif_Laaa
6:45pm to 10pm	The Nightcap with Lula Odiba
10pm to 12am	Late Nights with Petula El-Kindiy
12am to 3am	Non-stop Music
3am to 5am	Wake-Up Call with Mncedisi

 
WEDNESDAY
 

5am to 9am	Y Mornings with DJ Ankletap and Kandis Kardash
9am to 12pm	The A List with Supta and Tshepi
12pm to 3pm	The Shakedown with Nia and Mthaux
3pm to 6pm	Afternoon Drive on Y
6pm to 6:45pm	YTKO – Knockout Wednesday
6:45pm to 10pm	The Nightcap with Lula Odiba
10pm to 12am	Late Nights with Petula El-Kindiy
12am to 3am	Non-stop Music
3am to 5am	Wake-Up Call with Mncedisi

 
THURSDAY
 

5am to 9am	Y Mornings with DJ Ankletap and Kandis Kardash
9am to 12pm	The A List with Supta and Tshepi
12pm to 3pm	The Shakedown with Nia and Mthaux
3pm to 6pm	Afternoon Drive on Y
6pm to 6:45pm	YTKO – Venom
6:45pm to 9pm	The Nightcap with Lula Odiba
9pm to 12am	Threeway with DJ Fae Fae, Samke and Zan D
12am to 3am	Non-stop Music
3am to 5am	Wake-Up Call with Mncedisi

 
 FRIDAY
 

5am to 9am	Y Mornings with DJ Ankletap and Kandis Kardash
9am to 12pm	The A List with Supta and Tshepi
12pm to 3pm	The Shakedown with Nia and Mthaux
3pm to 6pm	Afternoon Drive on Y
6pm to 6:45pm	YTKO – Candii
6:45pm to 9pm	Level Up with Lula Odiba
9pm to 12am	The Warehouse with Just Mo and Josi Chave
12am to 6am	Non-stop Music

 
 SATURDAY
 

6am to 10am	The Weekend Get Up with Xtremme
10am to 2pm	The D Spot with Dimpho Mokgotho
2pm to 6pm	Fresh by Caddy with Caddy
6pm to 8pm	All Girls on Deck with DJ Fae Fae
8pm to 12am	In The Ring with Just Mo and Zan D
12am to 6am	Non-stop Music

 
SUNDAY
 

6am to 10am	Sunday Feels with Xtremme
10am to 2pm	Sunday Feels with Dimpho Mokgotho
2pm to 6pm	Global Experience with Just Mo
6pm to 10pm	Sundaze with Fif_Laaa
10pm to 3am	Non-stop Music
3am to 5am	Wake-Up Call with Mncedisi

OVER 130 TOP LOCAL ACTS CONFIRMED FOR COTTON FEST 2022

OVER 130 TOP LOCAL ACTS CONFIRMED FOR COTTON FEST 2022

TWO DAY FESTIVAL CELEBRATING POPULAR SOUTH AFRICAN MUSIC & FASHION  PHASE TWO TICKETS GO ON SALE ON FRIDAY            Johannesburg, South Africa –  Having recently announced the postponement of the third annual Cotton Fest taking place over two days in Johannesburg next month, organisers of the highly anticipated festival, today confirmed the full weekend line-up. Known for showcasing the diversities in various music genres with the aim of fusing the gaps within the different local movements, this sold out weekend urban music and fashion explosion, will feature over 130 of South Africa’s finest musical talent.Taking place in central Johannesburg on the 23rd and 24th April, the festival will merge both well-known and young emerging South African artists over three ‘killer’ stages.The confirmed weekend line-up (in alphabetical order) is as follows:031 CHOPPA2SHOES25KA- REECEABIDOZAAKAAMAROTO AND BEASTBANQUESBENNY CHILLBIG ZULUBLXCKIEBOITYBUSTA 929CANDIICASSPER NYOVESTCHAMPAGNE69CHAMPURU MAKHENZOCH’CCOCIZACOSTA TITCHCYED DOUBLE DDA CAPODALIWONGADEE KOALADISTRUCTION BOYSDJ FAE FAEDJ KAYMODJ LAGDJ SLIM BLVDDJ WOBBLYDJ ZAN-DDR PEPPADREAM TEAMEDDIESOULWORLDEMTEEESPIQUETFELOTEE & MYZTROFIF_LAAAFLVMEFRANK CASINOGEMINI MAJORGOOD GUY STYLESHOPEMASTAHEAVY KINDIGO STELLAJ MOLLEYJAZZIQJUNIOR DE ROCKAJUST MOJÄGERMEISTER BRASS CARTELKAMO MPHELAKASH CPTKAYGEE THE VIBEKHANYISAKHULI CHANAKID XKIKI X CHUCKYKLYKP ILLESTKWESTALADY DULEGENDARY CRISPYLE SOULLESEDITHEDJLEEHLEZA & LOLOLEEZY LINDOKUHLE LORD KEZLUCASRAPSLVEEMAGLERADOEBOYMAJORSTEEZMARCUS HARVEYMAS MUSIQMONEY BADOOMOOZLIEMS COSMOMSAKIMUSA KEYSMUSTBEDUBZMZU MNADIA NAKAINASTY CNO COMPLYNOBANTU VILAKAZINOTBENJAMINOKMALUMKOOLKATOSCAR MBOPABI COOPERPHPHANTOM STEEZEPRIDDY PRINCEPRIDDY UGLYRICKY TYLERROBOT BOIIROUGESCUMIESEAN KROSSSEMI TEE, KAMU DEE, MA LEMONSHANE EAGLESHEKHINAHSHOULDBEYUANGSINO MSOLOSIR TRILLSIZWE ALAKINESJAVASJE KONKASKRYPTSKWATTA KAMPSLADESOA MATTRIXSOLOSOUL NATIVEZSTILO MAGOLIDESTOGIE TSUPTATHATO SAULTHE BIG HASHTHEMBA LUNACYTREEHOUSE REUNIONTSHEGOTUMI TLADITXCTYLER ICUUNCLE PARTYTIMEUNCLE VINNYUNCLE WAFFLESVATO KAYDEVENOMWILLY CARDIACYANGA CHIEFYOUNG SERUNOYOUNG STUNNAYOUNGSTACPTYUMBSZAKES BANTWINIZINGAHZOOCCI COKE DOPE (DISCLAIMER: Cotton Fest line-up is subject to change prior to showThe high energy, entertainment-filled weekend will include various other lifestyle elements to keep all cotton eaters entertained. Some of the cool things cotton eaters can enjoy on site will be, a games area, super cool food court, a live skating competition, cotton fest x puma customization station, a Retail fashion“tuckshop” featuring Cotton Fest merch and other limited edition clothing items will be available for sale. Also there will be a half-court and live art to engage with on site.SA media giants mtvBase return as media partner alongside YFM for the 2022 edition of Cotton Fest.PHASE 2 tickets will be available via Webtickets and Pick ‘n Pay outlets nationwide from Friday, 1st April 2022.COTTON FEST INFORMATION DATE:              23rd – 24th March 2022VENUE:           The Station (Carr Street & Nelson Mandela Bridge, Newtown, JHB)DAY PASS:      R300 (Saturday) and R 300 (Sunday) For more information please follow our social media handles:INSTAGRAM @CottonFestJHB TWITTER @CottonFestJHB FACEBOOK @CottonFest