For one night only, legendary South African artist Vusi Mahlasela—‘The Voice’—brings his powerful blend of music and activism to the University of Cape Town in a celebration of heritage and hope. This special performance features Vusi on acoustic guitar and vocals, joined by Jerry Tsholofelo Papo on guitar and Dizu Plaatjies, UCT’s own living archive of indigenous African music, on percussion. Vusi’s music—long a staple of the anti-apartheid movement—speaks to themes of freedom, forgiveness, and reconciliation. A national treasure, he was chosen to perform at Nelson Mandela’s 1994 inauguration and continues to inspire new generations through his enduring voice and message.
This event is sponsored by the Cameron Schrier Foundation. All proceeds from ticket sales go to the ‘UCT Unlocking Futures Bursary Fund’ in support of UCT students.
