17 April @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
4360 International Comedy Festival Unveils Global Lineup for Durban Debut
The official international roster for the highly anticipated 4360 International Comedy Festival in Durban has been released, setting the stage for a landmark celebration of comedy, culture, and collaboration.
Taking place from 16–17 April 2026 at the iconic The Bat Centre, the inaugural festival promises to bring together some of the most exciting comedic voices from across Africa and beyond.
Founded by South African comedian and producer Thenjiwe Moseley, the festival aims to bridge cultures through humour while creating meaningful opportunities for comedians to connect on a global scale.
A Diverse International Comedy Lineup
Following an open call that attracted over 100 submissions worldwide, a curated group of comedians has been selected to represent their countries on the Durban stage.
Confirmed Showcase Performers:
- Kayumba Simunhwenze (Zambia 🇿🇲)
- Carvin H Goldstone (South Africa 🇿🇦)
- Ginnethon Shandele (Zambia 🇿🇲)
- Mduduzi Dlamini (Eswatini 🇸🇿)
- Tshireletso Phasha (South Africa 🇿🇦)
- Bekimpilo Ndabalime (South Africa 🇿🇦)
- Thapelo Mametja (South Africa 🇿🇦)
- Lawrence Ssuna (Uganda 🇺🇬)
- Tshepo Mpiti (Lesotho 🇱🇸)
- Hubert Mumba (Zambia 🇿🇲)
- Chansa Lamba (Zambia 🇿🇲)
- Nonto R (South Africa 🇿🇦)
- Thapelo Malani (Botswana 🇧🇼)
- Eugene Khoza (South African comedian and actor”] (South Africa 🇿🇦)
Adding an international musical flair, the festival will also feature a performance by Kon$cnce from the United States.
More Than Just Comedy
Beyond the stage performances, the festival will kick off on 16 April with an industry-focused workshop at The Bat Centre. This free session will provide valuable insights into:
- The business of stand-up comedy
- Building a global comedy career
- Comedy as a tool for social impact
- Monetising creative talent
The workshop is designed to empower comedians, creatives, and aspiring performers with practical knowledge while offering networking opportunities with both local and international talent.
Strengthening African Comedy on a Global Stage
According to founder Thenjiwe Moseley, the vision behind the festival is to elevate African comedy while fostering global connections.
The event also creates opportunities for collaboration with Durban’s renowned Big Belly Comedy Club, giving international acts a chance to perform on one of South Africa’s most respected comedy platforms.
With its diverse lineup and strong focus on industry development, the 4360 International Comedy Festival is set to become a key moment on the African entertainment calendar.
