BETWAY PRESENTS SCORPION KINGS LIVE WITH FRIENDS – A HISTORIC CELEBRATION OF AMAPIANO, YOUTH EMPOWERMENT, AND CULTURE!
Loftus Stadium will come alive this Friday, 29 August 2025, as Betway presents Scorpion Kings Live with Friends, in partnership with Metro FM and Converse. Supported by the City of Tshwane, Gautrain, PRASA, and DStv Stream, this landmark event promises an unforgettable showcase of South Africa’s most celebrated music export while also standing as a powerful commitment to youth empowerment, creativity, and community upliftment.
Scorpion Kings Take Center Stage
The dynamic duo, DJ Maphorisa and Kabza De Small, are set to transform Loftus into the epicenter of global Amapiano culture. With over 50,000 fans expected, the historic show solidifies the Scorpion Kings’ position as cultural leaders, pushing South African music onto the world stage.
Star-Studded Lineup
The main stage will feature some of the continent’s most iconic performers, including Davido, Mafikizolo, Uhuru, Oskido, Ami Faku, Msaki, Mlindo The Vocalist, Njelic, and powerhouse performer Makhadzi, who joins the lineup as a late addition. Together, they’ll celebrate the past, present, and future of South African sound alongside the Scorpion Kings.
The Pre-Show Energy
Fans arriving early will enjoy an electrifying pre-show hosted by Nobantu Vilakazi and Leeart, featuring top talents like DBN Gogo, Dlala Thukzin, 25k, Vinny Da Vinci, Christos, Ba Bethe Ga Shoazen, Venom, Blxckie, and Banques. The pre-show promises to set the stage ablaze before the main event.
Youth Empowerment at the Core
In a groundbreaking announcement, the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) has partnered with the Scorpion Kings to create real economic opportunities for 150 young South Africans in the creative industry through the National Youth Service. These participants will gain hands-on experience in event coordination, front-of-house operations, and more. An additional 10 aspiring creatives will also benefit from an exclusive masterclass walkabout, learning directly from industry leaders how to execute an event of this scale.
Betway Cares: 100 Lives Campaign
Adding heart to the spectacle, Betway Cares will spotlight its 100 Lives campaign, an initiative dedicated to empowering young people and supporting communities.
“Through the 100 Lives campaign, we are committed to empowering young people and giving back to the communities that support us. It’s about more than entertainment; it’s about building futures,”.
shared Bakang Lethoko, Head of the Betway Cares Foundation
A Full Fan Experience
Fans can look forward to exclusive Scorpion Kings merchandise, while Converse will host an interactive activation celebrating self-expression and music culture. To ensure smooth access, the event encourages cashless payments, though limited cash transactions will still be accepted.
To make the event accessible, Gautrain and PRASA will extend train services, ensuring fans can travel safely and conveniently to and from Loftus Stadium.
More Than a Concert
Scorpion Kings Live with Friends is more than just a show—it’s a cultural movement. With a star-studded lineup, groundbreaking youth empowerment initiatives, and interactive brand activations, the event marks a defining moment in South Africa’s live music history.
Tickets are still available at Webtickets and Pick n Pay stores nationwide. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this historic celebration.
