Uncle Waffles headlines Nkomazi Fest 2025

The internationally acclaimed Amapiano powerhouse, Uncle Waffles, is set to headline Nkomazi Fest 2025.

This major musical celebration is scheduled for December 24, 2025, at Kamhlushwa Stadium. Presented by Goat Energy, this year’s edition of Nkomazi Fest promises a spectacular blend of sound, style, and summer energy and the announcement of Uncle Waffles as the festival headliner has already sent fans into a frenzy across Eswatini and South Africa.

Known to the world as the “Princess of Amapiano,” Uncle Waffles has risen from humble beginnings in Eswatini’s buzzing creative scene to become one of Africa’s most recognised DJs and performers.

Her electrifying performances, viral dance moves, and globe-spanning tours have made her a symbol of the new African sound proudly taking the world by storm.

Now, for one night only, the queen is coming home to the southern heartbeat, and she won’t be alone. The event will also feature chart-topping South African heavyweights Nasty C and Lloyiso, bringing a perfect mix of Amapiano, R&B, and Hip-Hop to Mpumalanga’s Christmas Eve skies.

With Uncle Waffles leading the charge as the main headliner, she will be flanked by two of South Africa’s most dynamic talents: Nasty C, the award-winning rapper known for his lyrical sharpness and international collaborations, and Lloyiso, whose soulful voice has become a fixture of modern South African pop. General tickets are going for E150, with VIP access priced at E450. Cooler boxes will cost E100.

The festival, open to patrons aged 18 and above, is powered by a strong coalition of partners including Goat Energy, SAB, Coca-Cola, SAMPRA, and Computicket.

For many Eswatini music fans, Uncle Waffles’ headlining role at Nkomazi Fest is more than just a performance; it’s a symbolic homecoming.

Though based in South Africa, her story continues to inspire a generation of young Swazi creatives who see her success as proof that dreams crafted in small towns can echo across continents.

In just a few years, Uncle Waffles has performed across Europe, North America, and Asia, earning praise for her high-energy sets and fashion-forward stage presence.

She has graced stages from Coachella to Paris Fashion Week, becoming both a DJ and a global cultural ambassador.