Local musicians come together to take on corruption in SA with a free festival at ConHill
On 6 December 2025 it’s time to collectively say Ngeke! to corruption with a powerful celebration of Mzansi’s resilience in tackling one of the most important issues of our time.
The Ngeke! Festival will feature performances from Zoë Modiga, BCUC, amazing upcoming local talents, and will be hosted by LERAI. It takes place at the historic Constitution Hill in Johannesburg and aims to inspire South Africans from all walks of life, young and old, to get involved in the fight against corruption, to take action, no matter how big or small.
A Movement for the Youth, by the Youth.
Ngeke! is all about music with a message, and the festival’s line-up has been selected for both their vibes and impact. Zoë Modiga weaves African jazz, soul, and storytelling into a powerful celebration of identity and human experience, using her voice to inspire change and champion South Africa’s ongoing struggles and triumphs.
BCUC (Bantu Continua Uhuru Consciousness) are an energetic force of nature. From humble beginnings in a Soweto shipping container to the world’s biggest stages, BCUC capture the spirit of Mzanzi with their explosive indigenous funk, giving voice to the voiceless and using music to spotlight corruption and injustice.
Opening for Zoë and BCUC are the winners of the Fair Play South Africa competition, selected from over 70 applications from across the country who submitted powerful songs that confront corruption and uplift the community. They are Onset Music Group, a moving vocal quintet whose voices inspire hope and change; and Xtreem Makhayeni, a talented MC with a lot to say about society and the beats to back it up. These artists are now Fair Play ambassadors, joining a global movement of young musicians speaking out against corruption and using their platforms to make a difference.
Fair Play is all about amplifying the voices of young artists around the world, letting their stories be heard and giving them a platform to unite their people around a common message. The fight against corruption is global, but it must be fought locally. Every action counts. Note by note, song by song, we can all shape a better tomorrow, together.” – Matt Clark Programs & Marketing Director, JM International
A Festival Of Storytellers
Ngeke! Festival will be hosted by storyteller, speaker, and youth policy leader, LERAI. Working at the convergence of global diplomacy and cultural media, she is one of the few young Africans shaping G20-level policy as the Co-Chair for the Y20 South Africa 2025. In this role, she advocates for structural reform to better engage youth in global decision-making. A passionate advocate for anti-corruption action in South Africa, LERAI uses her influence to drive impact and positive change.
Tickets are free! But places are limited. So make sure to visit www.ngeke.co.za and get yours by signing the Ngeke! Pledge and we’ll see you on December 6th, where we will stand strong together against corruption and be part of the change we want to see!
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