Hey Neighbour Festival Postponed to December 2025

Hey Neighbour Festival 2025, initially set to take place this August, has been moved to December 2025. While the festival was set to feature world-class performances, including the highly anticipated appearances by Doja Cat, Central Cee, Black Coffee, and Leon Thomas, to name a few, the organisers have made the strategic decision to reschedule the festival in order to ensure its continued success and sustainability.


Hey Neighbour’s Glen Netshipise stated, “As CEO of Hey Neighbour Festival, I want to acknowledge the disappointment caused by the postponement of the 2025 event. We understand the impact this has on our loyal festival-goers, sponsors, and artists. We also recognise that our communication around the challenges we’ve faced hasn’t been as clear as it should have been, and for that, we sincerely apologise. Moving forward, we are committed to improving our transparency and communication, ensuring that everyone is kept informed as we work towards delivering an even better festival in December 2025. We truly appreciate your continued support and patience as we navigate these challenging yet exciting times.” He added “We are incredibly grateful for the support of our sponsors, artists, and attendees. Their faith in us is helping to ensure that we can deliver the best possible festival experience.” 


WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR TICKET HOLDERS AND SPONSORS?

Tickets: All tickets purchased for the event will remain valid for the rescheduled dates, which will be announced on 30 September 2025, along with the full lineup.

Refunds: All refunds due will be processed and paid by 10 October 2025.

Sponsors: Sponsors who have already made contributions will be contacted directly with further details.

Artists: We are in active discussions with the initially booked talent to confirm their availability for the new December dates.


NEXT STEPS

The organisers are actively working on securing the necessary funding, strategic partnerships, and more exciting headliners to bring the festival back bigger and better than ever. We will share further details regarding the exact rescheduled dates, as well as information on refunds for those who have already requested refunds and those unable to attend, by 30 September 2025.

For updates, please visit the official festival website: www.heyneighbour.co.za or follow us on social media for real-time updates.


CONTACT INFO

For ticket holders, sponsors, or other stakeholders with queries or concerns, please contact our customer support team at:

Email: tickets@heyneighbour.co.za 

Phone: +27 60 808 5252

Website: www.heyneighbour.co.za

Hey Neighbour 2025: BLACK COFFEE and Epic Local Lineup Revealed

Fellow Neighbours, it’s going down! And just in case you missed it on our socials over the last few days, the next wave of the Hey Neighbour 2025 lineup is officially HERE — and it’s bringing fire, soul and seriously next-level vibes.

Headlining this drop? The legend himself, the one and only BLACK COFFEE, and yes he is bringing some of his friends to perform live alongside him. From Ibiza to Coachella to right here at home, the global icon has joined the Neighbourhood to remind us why no one does it like SA and why he is the leader of the pack.

Who are his chommies actually??? Well it’s a surprise and you will just have to wait to find out.

And that’s not all. We’re welcoming some of the most iconic, ever rising and rule-breaking local names in the game right now:



Elaine – R&B royalty with velvet vocals and heartbreak hits
Akio – Culture curator and DJ-extraordinaire, bringing all the vibes
DJ Nkosh – Afro-house beast with a set that’ll move your soul (and your feet)
DJ Lochive – Fresh sound explorer pushing deep, danceable energy
Muzi – The Zulu Skywalker, fusing tradition with futuristic bounce
Holly Rey – House music’s golden girl bringing the heat and the heart
Khuli Chana – Motswako’s finest, still running the game with pure fire
Tortured Soul – Soulful, jazzy, deep house grooves that’ll keep you locked in
Nia Pearl – Amapiano angel with vocals smoother than your weekend plans
Sun-EL Musician – Afro-electronic magic. Every beat is a spiritual experience
Lulo Cafe – A deep house OG serving nothing but timeless feels
DJ Lag – Regarded as one of the pioneers of Gqom, he is a DJ and record producer
Adillah – SA’s own “go-to girl for all things wavy DJ

And yes, this is just the day two local line-up for now.

Mfethu, if this isn’t the ultimate sign to snap into action, we don’t know what is. Don’t miss out on what’s set to be the music experience of the year. Grab your crew, cop your tickets, and let’s make memories with thousands of other neighbours from across Mzansi and beyond.

Bringing the ‘noise’ to the neighbourhood, powerhouses Jacaranda FM and MTV have been confirmed as the official media partners this year — helping us turn the volume ALL the way up, across airwaves and onto your screens.

More surprises are loading. Big stage energy? You already know.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

DATE Saturday, 30th – Sunday, 31 August 2025
VENUE Legends Adventure Farm, Pretoria
TIMES Gates open at 12h00 and close at 22h00


Grab your tickets right now, here ➔ BUY TICKETS HERE

Day Passes, Weekend Passes, and Camping Bookings are officially live — but only on our website! Don’t get finessed by the scammers out there. Stay sharp, book smart, book right!

Don’t forget to stay tuned to our vibes, neighbours! Also catch the freshest info on our official website and our dope socials below:

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Heineken® 0.0 Shines at F1® THE MOVIE Premiere

The South African premiere of F1® THE MOVIE was more than just an opulent ‘green’ carpet meets racetrack moment. With Heineken® 0.0 at the heart of it all, the night brought together friends, fans, and familiar faces to show that you don’t need alcohol to enjoy the moment — just good company, great storytelling, and a drink that keeps you in the driver’s seat.

From track to theatre, Heineken® 0.0 took centre stage at the IMAX Mall of Africa, blending seamlessly into the thrill of Formula 1® and the sophistication of film — all while reinforcing a modern, inclusive message: there are zero reasons needed to choose moderation.

Hosted by celebrity F1 fan and radio host, Anele Mdoda, the theatre was packed with South African movers and shakers, including the likes of Girlie Lukhele, Khuli Chana, Bonko and Lesego khoza, Zakes Bantwini, Karabo Didi and so many more.

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Nomzamo Mbatha Named First-Ever South African Ambassador for Creme of Nature

Global beauty icon, award-winning actress and celebrated humanitarian Nomzamo Mbatha has been officially named the first-ever South African ambassador for Creme of Nature, the iconic American-born haircare brand with over 65 years of legacy. Known for its dedication to textured hair and roots in celebrating African beauty, Creme of Nature has now launched in South Africa with its landmark
campaign, Rooted in Radiance.


Creme of Nature’s expansion into the South African market marks a powerful new chapter for the
beloved brand. It is now available at Clicks, Dis-Chem, TakeAlot and Amazon and will launch
in Checkers in July 2025. With a deep respect for the heritage and self-expression of textured
hair, the Rooted in Radiance campaign is more than a tagline; it’s a movement. At its core lies a
bold truth: hair is more than just strands; it is a legacy, an identity, and a radiant symbol of
confidence.

I attended the launch event last night, and below is the video of the highlights:

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Experience Laughter at “Jokers in July”

Get ready to laugh your winter blues away as some of South Africa’s top comedic legends take to the stage for the annual comedy series, JOKERS IN JULY, live from the iconic Theatre of Marcellus at Emperors Palace. 

The comedy experience – made for the people, by the people (who love to make you lol) – brings together the best of the best in an unmissable month-long, laugh-a-minute comedy takeover that is as diverse as South Africa itself. 

From cultural commentary to side-splitting satire, expect a full-on laughter riot showcasing a diverse mix of generations, languages, and styles that reflect the rich comedy DNA of Mzansi.  Featuring the likes of Trevor Gumbi, Ntosh Madlingozi, Darren Maule, Mpho Popps, Joey Rasdien, Hannes Brummer, Jaxx Justice, Riaad Moosa, Richelieu Beaunoir, Keenan Cerff and many more…

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