Hugh Masekela
The Cape Town International Jazz Festival (CTIJF) officially unveiled its bold new vision for 2027 at an exclusive launch event attended by sponsors, partners, stakeholders and members of the media. Marking a significant evolution in the festival's history, the CTIJF announced that the 2027 edition will take place throughout March, expanding beyond its traditional weekend format to become a month-long, city-wide celebration of music, culture and creativity. The launch event featured a special tribute to the late legendary South African jazz icon Abdullah Ibrahim, honouring his immense contribution to jazz and his lasting impact on the country’s musical heritage.
The South African Jazz Trio, comprising Damian Kamineth, Keegan Steenkamp and Rouxne Schutte, provided a beautiful musical backdrop throughout the evening, with Heineken keeping glasses full and spirits high.
Africa's Grandest Gathering
For more than two decades, the CTIJF has established itself as one of Africa's leading cultural events, attracting audiences and artists from around the world. Since its inception in 2000, the festival has grown into a platform that not only showcases world-class musical talent but also contributes to cultural exchange, community engagement through its masterclasses and workshops, and creative development. Over the years, the festival has hosted an impressive line-up of both international and localartists, including Hugh Masekela, Miriam Makeba, Herbie Hancock, Jill Scott, Erykah Badu, Earth, Wind & Fire, Lira, Black Coffee and Thandiswa Mazwai, among many others.
