The Business Premium Jazz Festival, held last week Wednesday at Carnival City, was nothing short of spectacular. The event brought together music lovers, entrepreneurs, and leading women in the arts for a night filled with soul, sisterhood, and empowerment.
Headlined by the incomparable Lira, the evening featured unforgettable performances from Amanda Black and Thandiswa Mazwai, who captivated the audience with their powerful voices and heartfelt artistry. A special highlight of the night was the beautiful display of unity and love as Lira shared the stage with both Amanda Black and Thandiswa Mazwaj, delivering collaborative performances that radiated sisterhood, respect, and harmony.
The festival was almost sold out, with patrons immersed in an atmosphere that blended world-class entertainment with meaningful conversations around women’s empowerment. Adding a unique cultural flair, many attendees embraced their heritage by wearing traditional attire, creating a colourful, vibrant, and celebratory environment that reflected South Africa’s rich diversity. The fusion of fashion, music, and culture made the evening both visually stunning and deeply meaningful.
Adding to the evening’s richness, rapper and businesswoman Nadia Nakai shared insights about her lifestyle brand, Naked Without. She not only spoke about her journey as an entrepreneur but also gave away exclusive products to lucky attendees. Stalls by Nadia and renowned songstress Nhlanhla Mafu, showcasing her fashion brand NNVintage, created a vibrant marketplace that celebrated women-owned brands and inspired patrons to support female entrepreneurship.
Beyond the performances and marketplaces, the festival served as a space for networking, collaboration, and empowerment. Attendees connected over shared experiences, exchanged ideas, and left feeling inspired by the stories, achievements, and artistry on
display. The evening was a testament to the power of community, creativity, and the spirit of women lifting each other up.
From electrifying performances to empowering business showcases, the Business Premium Jazz Festival stood out as more than just an entertainment event; it was a celebration of women, culture, and community.
The love in the air, the connections forged, and the almost sold-out turnout proved that this festival has become a cornerstone for culture, empowerment, and sisterhood in South Africa’s entertainment calendar.
