Afrobeats is set to make another major statement in Portugal as some of Africa’s biggest music stars prepare to take over Afro Nation Portugal 2027.
Nigerian superstars Davido, Rema, Omah Lay, Victony and Odeal have all been announced for the festival, joining a powerful lineup featuring some of the biggest names from Africa and the Caribbean.
The organisers unveiled the first phase of the 2027 lineup on Wednesday, with Davido, Rema and Congolese music star Fally Ipupa named as headliners.
The LIT Stage will feature performances from Omah Lay, Shenseea, Odeal, Valiant, Victony, Bamby and Miimii KDS. Tanzanian star Rayvanny is also part of the announced lineup.
Amapiano will have a strong presence on the Piano People Stage, with Kabza De Small and TxC set to perform, while Dlala Thukzin will make a special guest appearance.
The Afrotronic Stage will also bring together Caiiro, Djeff, Jamiie, Aniko and JNR SA, with more artists expected to be announced in the coming months.
For the final night, South Gidi will take over the LIT Stage afterparty, adding another exciting element to the festival experience.
Afro Nation Portugal 2027 is scheduled for June 9–11, 2027, at Praia da Rocha beach in Portimão, Algarve, Portugal.
According to the organisers, pre-sale tickets will go live on September 29 at 10am BST, followed by the general ticket sale on September 30 at 10am BST.
With Davido, Rema and Fally Ipupa leading the bill and a strong Nigerian contingent including Omah Lay, Victony and Odeal, Afro Nation Portugal 2027 is shaping up to be another major celebration of Afrobeats, amapiano and African music.