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Joburg's Basha Uhuru Festival Celebrates 50 Years of Youth Activism

Johannesburg's iconic Basha Uhuru Freedom Festival returns for its 14th edition, honoring half a century of youth activism and creative freedom in South Africa. The four-day event at Constitution Hill blends music, art, dialogue, and business development, fostering skills and celebrating the legacy of young people who shaped the nation's struggle. This year's festival promises an immersive experience of culture and empowerment for Youth Month.

Music In Africa·June 18, 2026AI-curated

By Sibongile Kobo and Wandile Moloi The annual Basha Uhuru Freedom Festival will return to Johannesburg’s Constitution Hill from 24 to 27 June, marking its 14th edition with a programme focused on youth activism, creative expression and entrepreneurship. This year’s festival is t

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