Eswatini Afro House artist Sibu Manzini is ready to turn up the energy when he takes the stage at Thembinkosi Mthethwa’s Annual All Black Party this Friday.
Manzini is among the local artists lined up for the much-anticipated celebration, which will be headlined by South African DJ and Metro FM personality Lulo Cafe at 23:28 Lounge Checkers in Mbabane on Friday, October 9, 2026.
Ahead of the event, Sibu Manzini said he was excited to be part of a celebration that has become a notable fixture on Eswatini’s entertainment calendar.
“It’s always a great feeling to be part of a big celebration like this, especially in Eswatini,” he said. “I’m looking forward to connecting with the crowd, sharing my sound and being part of an event that brings people together through music.
For me, it’s another opportunity to represent what I do and give people a great experience.”
Sibu Manzini said partygoers can expect an energetic Afro House set aimed at getting the crowd moving and setting the tone for the rest of the evening. 
“I’m bringing a high-energy Afro House set with a lot of groove and emotion. I want to get the crowd moving and create the right atmosphere for the night,” he said.
The artist plans to mix his own music with familiar records as he builds momentum ahead of Lulo Cafe’s headline performance.
“I’ll definitely be playing some of my own music as well as records that people know and love. By the time Lulo Cafe comes on, the crowd should already be fully locked in,” he said.
For Sibu Manzini, part of the appeal of the All Black Party is the atmosphere created by guests who arrive ready to celebrate.
“The atmosphere is a big part of it. It’s an event where people come dressed up, come to have a good time and really enjoy the music,” he said.
“From an artist’s perspective, that makes it exciting because you’re performing for a crowd that has come ready to celebrate.”
Sibu Manzini will share the stage with a strong lineup of local talent alongside headline act Lulo Cafe, an opportunity he says he is looking forward to.
“I’m excited to perform alongside everyone on the lineup. Each artist brings a unique sound and energy, so sharing the stage with such talented local and international acts is something I’m really looking forward to,” he said.
He added that the event would also create an opportunity for creatives to connect and audiences to experience different sounds under one roof.
“It will be a great opportunity to connect with other creatives, experience different sounds and contribute to an unforgettable night,” he said.
For his own performance, Sibu Manzini said he was putting together a set that would move through different moods without losing its dance-floor energy.
“They can expect a proper Sibu Manzini experience. I’m putting together a set that moves through different moods but still keeps the energy up,” he said.
“I’ll also be featuring some of my latest music, so there will definitely be a few things for people to look forward to. I just want people to leave the dance floor feeling like they experienced something.”
Lulo Cafe will lead the entertainment lineup at the annual celebration, bringing his experience as a DJ and Metro FM personality to the Mbabane party.
He will be joined by a mix of local artists and DJs, including DJ Cup, MBO, Young Zesh, Grixxly, Sibu Manzini, Tibza, MixMash, Bisto and DJ Ricko.
The event is presented by New Life Entertainment in celebration of Thembinkosi Mthethwa’s birthday.
Mthethwa, the owner and CEO of 23:28 Lounge, is also known for his role as a lead actor on Ekhaya and his involvement in local entertainment productions.
Although his birthday falls on September 23, the annual celebration will take place on October 9 this year.
For Sibu Manzini, however, the night ultimately comes down to music, energy and bringing people together.
“Because it’s going to be a night of great music, good energy and a proper celebration,” he said. “Put on your best black outfit, come with your friends and come ready to dance.
With the lineup we have, especially Lulo Cafe, this is definitely a night you don’t want to miss.”
