Afrobeats superstars Wizkid, Burna Boy, and Asake have been announced as the headliners for the much-anticipated Afro Nation 2026 festival in Portugal.
The festival organizers revealed the lineup in an official post on X (@AfroNation), promising a celebration that blends established icons with rising international talent.
Scheduled for Friday, July 3 to Sunday, July 5, the three-day festival will take place at the picturesque Praia da Rocha Beach in Portimão, Portugal.
Widely regarded as one of the world’s premier showcases of Afrobeats, Amapiano, and R&B, Afro Nation has become a global cultural phenomenon.
Grammy-winning Nigerian star Burna Boy, celebrated for his eclectic mix of Afrobeat, dancehall, and global rhythms, is set to open the festival on July 3.
Sharing the stage with him will be South African sensation Tyla, whose meteoric rise in Amapiano has cemented her status as a breakthrough international artist.
Asake, known for his energetic fusion of Afrobeats, street pop, and soulful melodies, will headline July 4, while Wizkid is slated to close the festival on July 5.
In addition to the headliners, Afro Nation 2026 will feature a diverse array of international performers.
American R&B singer Kehlani and rapper Gunna are among the special guests, bringing cross-genre appeal to the festival.
Several Nigerian acts, including Olamide, Young John, Darkoo, Wande Coal, and Mavo, will also perform, highlighting the continued global rise of African music.
According to organizers, early-access tickets will go on sale on February 5, giving fans the opportunity to secure passes ahead of the general public sale.
Afro Nation, launched in 2019 in Portugal by The Malachite Group, is an annual three-day festival that celebrates African music, culture, fashion, and cuisine while connecting the African diaspora worldwide.
Over the years, the festival has expanded to locations including Ghana, Puerto Rico, Miami, and Detroit. Past headliners include Burna Boy, Wizkid, Davido, Megan Thee Stallion, 50 Cent, Chris Brown, and Nicki Minaj.
