By Mediamec 
Where music meets fashion and culture, Africa’s brightest creatives unite.
Johnnie Walker proudly announces the official line-up for the South African edition of Johnnie Walker AfroExchange—a bold, cross-continental cultural platform spotlighting the trailblazers shaping the future of African creativity.
This year’s AfroExchange will see South Africa and Nigeria collide in an electrifying celebration of music, fashion, and storytelling, bridging cultures and championing fearless expression. Headlining the cultural crossover is Nigeria’s rising Afrofusion star BNXN, whose soul-stirring vocals and genre-defying sound have positioned him as a voice of a new generation.
With global hits like Finesse and Gwagwalada, BNXN’s presence underscores Johnnie Walker’s mission to fuel creative exchange between two of Africa’s most influential creative powerhouses.
He joins a dynamic local line-up featuring:
- DJ Maphorisa – The global pioneer of Amapiano, known for fusing Afrobeats, Gqom, and house into a signature sound that resonates across continents.
- Thukzin – A leader in Afro-tech and electronic fusion, pushing the boundaries of dance music with energetic, genre-blurring sets.
- Dope Caesar – A rising Nigerian DJ sensation bringing high-impact, genre-fluid performances that are redefining the continent’s nightlife.
- Shakes & Les – A duo igniting the Amapiano scene with deep, crowd-moving grooves rooted in South African street culture.
- Tito M & Yuppe – Viral hitmakers who will light up the stage with their Tshwala Bam remix featuring Burna Boy, bringing their global smash to life.
- Professor – A Kwaito legend whose music has shaped South African dance culture for decades and continues to inspire the next wave.
- Banques & DJ Venom – A genre-spanning DJ duo merging South African and Nigerian sounds into one seamless Afro-urban experience.
Together, these artists form a powerhouse celebration of rhythm, style, and innovation. AfroExchange is more than just a music event—it’s a movement where legacy meets the future, and where cultural innovation takes center stage.
“AfroExchange is the intersection of rhythm, canvas, and couture—a celebration of how we create, express, and define culture through every note, stroke, and stitch,” said Ifeoma Agu, Group Head of Culture, Influencer and Advocacy at Diageo South, West and Central Africa. “At Johnnie Walker, we walk with the artists, designers, and musicians turning Afro creativity into global influence. This platform exists to elevate their stories and ensure they are seen and heard.”
Join the movement. Follow @JohnnieWalkerSA on social media to unlock exclusive access drops, behind-the-scenes content, and limited invitations. Experience the creative collision shaping Africa’s cultural future — only at Johnnie Walker AfroExchange.