Nairobi fans are in for a world-class musical experience as Burna Boy brings his iconic band, The Outsiders, to the MadfunXperience.
Known for their electrifying live performances, the band will deliver Afrofusion hits, powerful instrumentals, and high-energy stagecraft at Uhuru Gardens on March 1, 2025.
During this event, Burna Boy will perform alongside Kenya’s dynamic singer and Afro-pop performer, Charisma, Bensoul and South Africa’s Virgo Deep alongside an array of celebrated deejays.
The MadfunXperience will bring together thousands of music lovers from across Africa and beyond, marking one of Kenya’s biggest entertainment events in recent history.
Speaking during a media meet and greet, Joy Wachira, Managing Director of Madfun said, “It is time to raise the bar and shape Africa’s music culture. We are here to prove that Kenya has the capacity to host international events that rival the best in the world.
Known for their electrifying live performances, the band will deliver Afrofusion hits, powerful instrumentals, and high-energy stagecraft at Uhuru Gardens on March 1, 2025/
The MadfunXperience goes beyond a concert. We want to make a statement about Kenya’s place in the global entertainment industry”.
MadfunXperience has so far secured partnerships with Odibets, Moët Hennessy, Tribe Hotel and Uber to ensure concertgoers get a memorable experience. Madfun is also working with relevant government authorities for a seamless event that will reinforce Kenya’s position as a leading entertainment and tourism hub.
Odibets reiterated the company’s support for the music and the arts while announcing the partnership.
“Our partnership with MadfunXperience is another step in our ongoing commitment to support music and the arts in Kenya. Whether it’s through our sponsorship of local talent or our engagement with global superstars, we believe in the power of music to unite, inspire and entertain, said Dedan Mungai”, Odibets General Manager.
Allan Ogola at Moët Hennessy said: “As the official spirits partner for the MadfunXperience, we are excited to bring a premium VIP and VVIP experience to concertgoers. This partnership reflects our commitment to elevating Africa’s entertainment scene by delivering world-class hospitality and unforgettable moments. We look forward to celebrating music, culture and excellence with fans at this historic event”.
As part of the partnership, Tribe Hotel will offer accommodation packages for international guests attending the concert.
Mike Mwangi, General Manager & CEO of Tribe Hotel, stated, “We are excited to welcome Burna Boy fans from across the world to Nairobi and provide them with a luxury hospitality experience that matches the scale of this event.”
Meanwhile, Uber will provide concertgoers with reliable and safe mobility solutions, which can be accessed from the airport as well as to and from the concert.
Lorraine Onduru, Head of Communications, East and West Africa at Uber said, “We are pleased to be the mobility partner for the MadfunXperience, which will provide concertgoers with an array of mobility products on our platform such as Uber Van, Uber Comfort, Uber ChapChap and so much more, which can be accessed from the airport, while local concertgoers can access seamless rides to and from their locations to Uhuru Gardens.
Local and international fans coming to the MadfunXperience can access all these accommodation and travel services seamlessly as they buy their tickets from Madfun.com.
Madfun has also put in place stringent necessary security measures and is working with security agencies to ensure the safety of all attendees before, during and after the event.
The Regional Sub-County Police Commander, Ms. Monica Kimani assured the public that “they are set and ready to cover the event and have improved on all aspects of security provision”.
“There will be no room for any aspect of criminality. We will also provide security in all hotels where gusts will be staying and pledge that there will be free flow of traffic to and from the venue”, added Ms Kimani.
Tickets for the MadfunXperience featuring Burna Boy Live in Nairobi are available on Madfun.com and fans are encouraged to book early to secure their spot to what promises to be an electrifying night of music and culture.
by DENNIS MILIMO
