Minister Nathi Mthethwa congratulates Mafikizolo
The group was invited to perform at the Soiree of the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2016 in Davos.
Mafikizolo performs a medley of their hits during a performance at the 2014 Metro FM Music Awards in Durban, 01 March 2014. Picture: Refilwe Modise
According to a statement issued by the Department of Arts and Culture, Mafikizolo performed at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2016 gala dinner in Davos “in a performance that showcases South African culture and heritage through a musical journey infusing our musical sounds and rhythms”.
The soiree was staged on Saturday.
The group was invited by Prof Klaus Schwab, founder and Executive Chairman of the World Economic Forum, after he admired their performance during the World Economic Forum Africa Regional Meeting in June 2015, in Cape Town.
“I wish to congratulate Mafikizolo on this invitation to perform on this world stage,” Minister Nathi Mthethwa said in a message to the band.
“Their music and style crosses boundaries on the African continent and abroad. While the Forum focuses largely on the state of the world economy in order to shape the global and local developmental agenda, it also showcases arts and culture in the world.
“I hope that this will open many other doors and present platforms for South African artists in the global arena.”
