South Africa’s biggest music event in recent years comes to Gauteng this weekend as the highly anticipated Scorpion Kings Amapiano Music Concert takes over the over 90 000-seater FNB Stadium in Johannesburg.
As thousands of music lovers prepare to fill the sold-out venue, where over 50 artists are set to perform, the province of Gauteng is ready to host and welcome revellers and give them a memorable experience.
Speaking ahead of the event and wishing the Scorpion Kings well, Gauteng MEC for Education, Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation Lebogang Maile said, “As the Scorpion Kings Live takes over FNB, it is evident that Amapiano continues to transform the lives of young people, particularly in Gauteng, with this event alone registering over 2600 people accredited to work on Saturday. This is a powerful celebration of black excellence, and we fully embrace the Scorpion Kings and wish them well for this event”.
“Gauteng is proud to be the home of major cultural and entertainment events that showcase the province as a vibrant destination for tourism, investment and creative expression. The Scorpion Kings festival provides an important platform not only for established and emerging artists, but also for the many people whose livelihoods depend on the creative economy, including musicians, dancers, producers, sound and lighting technicians, event organisers, security personnel, hospitality workers, transport operators, vendors and other service providers”, emphasised MEC Maile.
“Music remains a significant part of our heritage and culture and tells our stories, reflects our varied identities and serves as a powerful means through which communities can connect across different generations and backgrounds. In a province as diverse as Gauteng, music has the exceptional capacity to bring people together, create shared experiences and reinforce social cohesion”.
“Events of this scale demonstrate the significant contribution that the creative and cultural industries can make to economic development. When audiences
attend concerts and festivals, they support a much broader ecosystem of businesses and workers. From accommodation and restaurants to transport, retail, fashion and local enterprises, major events generate economic activity that extends well beyond the venue”, added the MEC.
MEC Maile added that, a new generation of talent is being developed through the creative arts schools of specialisation.
“As thousands of visitors descend on Gauteng for the concert, we urge everyone to celebrate our heritage responsibly, don’t drink and drive and use alternative modes of transport available”.
“Our province is going through a difficult moment following the unfortunate incidents of the killing of women. We have full confidence in our police and the entire security cluster as they work hard to solve the reported cases. We further call upon everyone attending the event this weekend to always be vigilant, protect and care for one another and ensure that our women are safe during and after this event”, concluded MEC Maile.
