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IOL News
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
South African star Tyla joins Shakira and The Weeknd for the 2025 Global Citizen Festival
South African sensation Tyla will join global superstars Shakira and The Weeknd at the 2025 Global Citizen Festival. Image: Instagram The 2025 Global Citizen Festival is set to take place on Saturday, September 27, at Central Park's Great Lawn. The organisation has revealed Shakira and The Weeknd as the headlining artists, joining them for the event will be none other than South African sensation Tyla. The 23-year-old Grammy Award-winning singer will also perform alongside Nigerian artist Ayra Starr and US sensation Mariah the Scientist. Hugh Jackman, a Global Citizen ambassador, is set to host the event for his eleventh consecutive year, and additional participants will be announced in the coming weeks. 'The 2025 Global Citizen Festival marks my eleventh year as host, and I'm thrilled by the progress we've made over the years. 'The growing impact of the Global Citizen movement touches every corner of the world, and I'm eager to advocate alongside my fellow ambassadors, performers, world leaders, and private sector executives to leave the world better than we found it,' said Jackman. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading Global Citizen is a movement that brings people together to fight issues like poverty, inequality and climate change through blending entertainment with activism and by encouraging everyday actions that lead to meaningful change. This year's event will put a strong emphasis on African voices, highlighting the contributions of African artists through captivating performances and advocating for issues that impact communities across the continent. We're SO back. #GlobalCitizenFestival returns to Central Park Sept 27 — with @theweeknd, @shakira, @Tyllaaaaaaa, @ayrastarr & Mariah the Scientist lighting up NYC. Oh, and guess who's hosting? 👀 Our very own Global Citizen Ambassador, @RealHughJackman. 🎟️ Better yet, tickets… — Global Citizen ⭕ (@GlblCtzn) July 22, 2025 One of the key initiatives is a campaign to bring energy access to one million people across Africa. As one of the artists who will be using their talents to inspire change, Shakira shared how music has helped her connect with others. 'I'm honoured to headline the incredible Global Citizen Festival in Central Park this September. Music has always been my way of connecting with people and leaving a mark on the world. I can't wait to perform, unite, and inspire action,' said Shakira. The festival has secured backing from major players like Cisco, Authentic Brands Group, Bridgewater Associates, Delta Air Lines, PayPal, Venmo, and Procter & Gamble. Production will be spearheaded by Emmy Award-winning companies Done+Dusted and Diversified Production Services, guaranteeing an exceptional experience.
The South African
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The South African
Hugh Jackman returns to host his 11th Global Citizen Festival
Hugh Jackman is set to return as the beloved host of the 2025 Global Citizen Festival in New York City. This marks his 11th consecutive year leading this star-studded event. Taking place on 27 September in Central Park, the festival will showcase an incredible line-up of global and African talent, including South Africa's Tyla and Nigeria's Ayra Starr. It promises an electrifying line-up that features Tyla, Ayra Starr, global icons The Weeknd and Shakira, and American singer Mariah the Scientist. Renowned actor and Global Citizen Ambassador Hugh Jackman will host the event for the eleventh consecutive year, according to Cape Town ETC Since her Grammy-winning global hit Water , Tyla has continued to push African music to unprecedented international heights. Ayra Starr impresses audiences with her vibrant sound and bold style, earning recognition as one of Nigeria's brightest young talents. Their inclusion highlights Africa's rising influence on the global music scene, making it a proud moment for the continent. Shakira expressed her excitement, saying, 'I'm honoured to headline the incredible Global Citizen Festival in Central Park this September. Music has always been my way of connecting with people and leaving a mark on the world. I can't wait to perform, unite, and inspire action'. Hugh Jackman added, 'The 2025 Global Citizen Festival marks my 11th year as host, and I'm thrilled by the progress we've made. The growing impact of the Global Citizen movement touches every corner of the world. I'm eager to advocate alongside fellow ambassadors and performers to leave the world better than we found it'. This year's festival campaign places a strong focus on Africa, aiming to provide energy access for one million people across the continent. It also supports quality education and football for 30,000 children worldwide in partnership with FIFA. Another major goal is to mobilise approximately R3.8 billion (USD 200 million) to protect 30 million hectares of the Amazon rainforest. You can rewrite the sentences in active voice as follows: 'Attendees earn free tickets for the Global Citizen Festival by engaging in social action on the Global Citizen app or website. This process ensures the participants actively support the causes celebrated at the event.' For South Africans, Tyla's presence cements the country's growing cultural influence on the world stage. This follows last year's involvement of South African actress Nomzamo Mbatha as host. With South African and Nigerian stars sharing a platform alongside international icons, the 2025 Global Citizen Festival is a powerful celebration of African talent. It's a call to global action on pressing environmental and social issues. It offers a thrilling opportunity to witness their fellow countrywoman Tyla lead from the front as Africa's voice in New York this September. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The South African
Tyla and Ayra Starr to headline a fest in New York
The 2025 Global Citizen Festival is set to return to New York City's Central Park on September 27. A pair of Africa's brightest will take centre stage with Nigeria's Ayra Starr and South Africa's Tyla to share top billing alongside an array of global heavy hitters. A few tried and tested acts when it comes to large arenas will be joining these African giants. Namely, The Weeknd, Shakira and Mariah the Scientist. 'I'm honoured to headline the incredible Global Citizen Festival in Central Park this September. Music has always been my way of connecting with people and leaving a mark on the world. I can't wait to perform, unite, and inspire action,' said Colombian popstar Shakira. Tyla and Ayra will lend their celebrity and talents to this spectacle as ambassadors of the resurgence of African pride and preference as it pertains to the sonics of the continent. Australian native and a Hollywood favourite in Hugh Jackman who will handle the hosting duties for the eleventh time. The aim remains the same, with the idea being to cultivate unity and emphasise activism through music and the arts. Hosted for the eleventh time by Hugh Jackman who is best known for playing Wolverine in the X-Men movie franchise. The long-standing Global Citizen Ambassador highlighted how this event has a mechanism attached to it in which fans can earn tickets. This can be done by showing an interest in pertinent global issues via the Global Citizen application. 'The growing impact of Global Citizen touches every corner of the world. I'm eager to advocate alongside ambassadors, performers, and world leaders,'' Jackman intimated. The 2025 agenda for this festival is looking to target three pressing outcomes. The overarching entity hopes to provide energy access for one million people in Africa. They're also looking to funnel $200 million (3.58 billion ZAR) to conserve and protect 30 million hectares of the Amazon rainforest. The idea is to protect 20 billion trees in this crucial area of the planet. Funding quality education for roughly 30 000 children worldwide will also be a matter of concern for Global Citizen. Festival organisers are going all out with their social investment initiatives, with 1.5 billion dollars (26 billion ZAR) being invested towards training 50 000 young Africans in renewable energy strategies. The European Commission and the governments of Denmark, Australia, and the UK have committed to infrastructure initiatives that could provide power to homes, schools, and hospitals for over a million people. Fédération Internationale de Football Association, or the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA), will also be involved in this event. The FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund is hoping to provide children with reading and writing tools. This will be funded through ticket sales from large global gatherings and tapping philanthropists for donations and the like. This is a lot on offer, especially for the African continent, and so naturally, we will be keeping a keen eye on all these initiatives and promises. These charitable draw cards will garner the attention of the masses along with the talent on offer, but will this translate to funding reaching the areas it is meant to, is the question on many people's minds. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 11. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
Yahoo
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Stevie Wonder Says He'll Never Give Up Performing: ‘You Don't Have to Retire'
Stevie Wonder has confirmed that he's not going anywhere, with the veteran musician claiming he'll be performing and creating until his dying day. Wonder's comments came from a new interview with the BBC's Sidetracked podcast, where he entered into a discussion with host Annie Mac about the topic of retirement. More from Billboard Shakira & The Weeknd to Headline 2025 Global Citizen Festival in Central Park The Who Kick Off Farewell Tour in Italy, Perform First Show Since Zak Starkey Sacking Tool Announce First Hawaii Concert in Nearly 15 Years After turning the question back onto Mac after she inquired about his thoughts on the matter, Wonder explained that as long as he's physically able to, he'll keep creating in some capacity. 'For as long as you breathe, for as long as your heart beats, there's more for you to do,' he explained. 'I love playing music, that's like my mantra. I think I can do all the stuff I want to do – still have fun and do what I need to do – but I'm not going to stop the gift that keeps pouring through my body.' 'I love doing what I'm doing,' he added. 'An artist doesn't stop drawing – you keep on. As long as you can imagine is as long as you are going to be creative, and as long as you let your mind work, you don't have to retire.' Close to the entirety of Wonder's life has been dedicated to creating music, with the 75-year-old having released his first single at the age of 11, and later scored his first Hot 100 chart-topper with 'Fingertips' at 13. Currently, it's been almost 20 years since Wonder released his last studio album, A Time to Love, though a number of singles have arrived in the years since – including 2024's 'Can We Fix Our Nation's Broken Heart.' Since 2008, the musician has spoken about a new project titled Through the Eyes of Wonder, which has been described as a performance piece that will reflect his experience as a blind man. During his appearance on Sidetracked, Mac asked Wonder about his relationship with music, to which the veteran artist responded he's 'going to put music out' at some point, and is 'excited' about the long-discussed Through the Eyes of Wonder project. During his recent time in the U.K., Wonder also performed in Cardiff, Wales where he took the opportunity to share a poignant response to viral rumors that he is in fact able to see. 'You know there have been rumors about me seeing and all that?' he asked the crowd. 'But seriously, you know the truth. 'Truth is, shortly after my birth, I became blind,' Wonder explained. 'Now, that was a blessing because it's allowed me to see the world in the vision of truth, of sight. See people in the spirit of them, not how they look. Not what color they are, but what color is their spirit?' Watch Stevie Wonder's appearance on Sidetracked below. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart Solve the daily Crossword
Time Out
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Shakira, The Weeknd to headline free Global Citizen Festival concert in Central Park this fall
Shakira might still be on her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran world tour, but that doesn't mean high-priced concert tickets are your only chance to see her performing live this summer. In fact, you can see her totally free on Saturday, September 27, when she and The Weeknd headline the 2025 Global Citizen Festival, once again held at Central Park's Great Lawn. An annual NYC event since 2012, Global Citizen Festival effectively turns the Great Lawn into a massive open-air concert as a reward for doing good in the community. The concert blends superstar performances (past headliners include Beyoncé, Lizzo, and Metallica) with calls for global change, from promoting climate action to ending extreme poverty. This year's event will be hosted for the 11th time by Hugh Jackman, a Global Citizen Ambassador. The concert will also see appearances from Tyla, Ayra Starr and Mariah the Scientist, with more performers to be announced in the coming weeks. "I'm honored to headline the incredible Global Citizen Festival in Central Park this September,' Shakira said in a statement. 'Music has always been my way of connecting with people and leaving a mark on the world. I can't wait to perform, unite, and inspire action," Shakira said. Tickets are technically free; you don't have to pay for them, but you do have to earn them. Luckily, you'll simultaneously earn karma. Anyone interested in scoring tickets for the event can do so by downloading the Global Citizen app or going to its website and signing up to be a Global Citizen. Then you just have to participate in simple advocacy efforts like signing petitions, sharing awareness videos, or finding volunteer opportunities, each of which earns points that can be used to enter ticket lotteries for the festival. For 2025, the campaign is focused on three major global goals: providing energy access to 1 million people across Africa; mobilizing $200 million to protect 30 million hectares of the Amazon rainforest; and giving 30,000 children around the world access to quality education, in partnership with FIFA. There's also a strong local focus this year. The initiative is working to support nonprofits throughout all five boroughs and aims to register 40,000 New Yorkers for volunteer opportunities, including youth mentorship, resume coaching and neighborhood revitalization projects.
