By OBAKENG MAJE
9 December 2025- Preparations for the 2025 edition of the Mahika Mahikeng Cultural Music Festival are on the final stretch this week, with the organisers declaring their readiness to host a memorable and safe event. Work behind the scenes is progressing well, with the buzz about the event all over the media, including print, radio, and various social media platforms.
The North West MEC for Arts, Culture, Sports and Recreation, Virginia Tlhapi said the safety and security department is also working tirelessly to improve on past challenges to provide an unforgettable experience for the young and old. Tlhapi said the festival will take place on 12 until 14 December 2025, at Mmabatho Stadium and Mmabatho Convention Centre.
“As is tradition with Mahika Mahikeng, the buzz starts with an event at the Barolong Boo Ratshidi Kgotla on 11 December 2025, where the organisers will seek the blessings and support from Kgosi Jeff Kgotleng Montshioa for a successful event.
“The music and culture events kick-off on 12 December at the Mmabatho Stadium, where Khuli Chana, Fifi Cooper and Kabza, will be some of the leading acts entertaining the youth. Gospel night on 13 December 2025, at the Mmabatho Convention Centre, will feature legends such as Benjamin Dube, Busi Radebe and Teboho Moloi,” she said.
Tlhapi further said a new feature on the Mahika Mahikeng programme is the Maftown Spin Festival. She added that it will be at the Mmabatho Stadium parking lot on 13 December 2025, from 10am.
“On 14 December 2025, at the Mmabatho Stadium, it will be jazz night with leading acts such as Zonke, KB Motsilenyane, Kelly Khumalo and the Jaziel Brothers. Tickets are available from Computicket: Youth Festival (12 December 2025 – Mmabatho Stadium (R250 and on the day R300).
“Gospel Festival will take place on 13 December 2025 at Mmabatho Convention Centre and tickets will be R250 and R300 on the day. For the car spinning festival, the ticket will cost R200 and R250 at the gate. For the Jazz Festival on 14 December 2025 at Mmabatho Stadium, the ticket will cost R300 at Computicket and R350 on the day,” said Tlhapi.
Meanwhile, those who are interested in VIP packages can contact info@mahika-mahikeng.co.za, mmathabo@bigdaddy247events.co.za or Phillip@bigdaddy247events.co.za. They can also call 067 556 9824 or 084 5801430.
For VIP packages for spinning, they can contact 071 462 2909
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