Festive holiday laughter tsunami hit Mbabane
By Siphesihle Dlamini
The festive season in Eswatini will kick off with a loud, unapologetic burst of laughter as a powerhouse collective of local and South African comedians prepares to take over the Mbabane Theatre Club on December 13, 2025.
cheduled to start at 6:59 pm, branded as “A Festive Holiday Comedy Show,” the event brings together some of Eswatini’s sharpest comedic talents and celebrated humourists from South Africa.
The star-studded lineup features South African favourites Thando, the charismatic and clean-cut performer known for his observational wit; Ntuthuland,
whose expressive face alone can collapse an audience into giggles; Dulas, a rising act blending physical comedy with sharp improvisation; and the irrepressible duo Gap & Salad, who have built a reputation for fast-paced two-man skits and thunderous stage chemistry.
Alongside them are Eswatini’s very own comedic heavy-hitters, Dr Shakes, Mdura, Cedric, and Ntsetselelo, a quartet that has steadily cultivated a loyal laughter-loving fanbase across the country.
Tickets cost E120 and are available on MojaTicket. Event organiser and comedian Mdura says this December production is a continuation of a deliberate mission, one that began earlier this year and has gathered momentum with every show.
Speaking about the vision behind the event, he explained that comedy remains one of the few art forms capable of bringing communities together in pure joy.
“Our job is to entertain and give emaSwati the best entertainment they deserve,” he emphasised, reflecting on the driving force behind the show’s creation.
He said that after hosting the successful Thenjiwe Unplugged performance in October, he and South African comedian Thando regrouped and began imagining something bigger, something that would bridge Eswatini’s comedy scene with that of KwaZulu-Natal. According to him,
the idea was simple but meaningful, bringing together the best of Eswatini comedy and KZN comedy to close off a great year of work.
He stressed that the motivation for curating such a lineup wasn’t only to entertain, but also to celebrate how far Eswatini’s comedy industry has grown in recent years.
Mdura described the upcoming show as “a great quality comedy show of the highest level.” He noted that audiences should expect polished performances, high-calibre stage coordination, and the kind of comedic timing that only comes from deeply experienced entertainers.
The partnership with South African acts, he added, elevates the overall product and reflects the organisers’ commitment to excellence.
Despite the substantial progress made in building Eswatini’s comedy ecosystem, Mdura says the foundation of every successful show remains the unwavering support of the audience. He reiterated that the message to fans has not changed.
“The message is the same as before, we always appreciate the support we get,” he said. He further encouraged emaSwati to come out in their numbers, adding that ticket purchases go a long way in strengthening the industry.
He explained that attending live shows not only supports comedians financially but also inspires them to deliver even better performances at each event.
