Standard Bank Joy of Jazz brings live performances to Sandton Convention Centre

Celebrated musicians and emerging stars gathered for a two-day festival highlighting the depth and diversity of African jazz heritage.

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Duduzile Khumalo 1 minute read

Jaden Mackenzie and Emily Morutse welcome the guests to the festival on September 26, 2026. Photo: Duduzile Khumalo — Jaden Mackenzie and Emily Morutse welcome the guests to the festival. Photo: Duduzile Khumalo

Music enthusiasts and emerging performers united to celebrate Africa’s rich heritage across multiple stages at the Sandton Convention Centre.

The 2026 Standard Bank Joy of Jazz returned on September 25 and 26, bringing together celebrated musicians, emerging artists and jazz enthusiasts for two days of live performances.

The festival featured legendary artists, new collaborations and powerful musical tributes, highlighting the depth and diversity of jazz across Africa and beyond.

Guests experienced a lively programme celebrating Africa’s musical heritage while creating a platform for a new generation of jazz musicians and performers. The event also offered audiences an opportunity to connect through music, with performances taking place across the festival’s stages throughout the two-day celebration.

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13 hours ago

Duduzile Khumalo 1 minute read

Duduzile Khumalo

Duduzile Ipiphany Khumalo is a dedicated bubbly journalist at the Sandton Chronicle, specialising in community-based news. She is passionate about capturing and sharing each community's unique stories and lifestyle events. Her commitment is to heartfelt reporting and ensuring every voice is heard and every story is told.