Malian vocalist Salif Keita will perform at the 23rd Sauti za Busara festival in Zanzibar next February. The artist blends traditional griot music from Mali with contemporary arrangements and advocates for people with albinism.
More than 20 nations will send musicians to the 2026 event, which takes place across Stone Town and Fumba Town. Festival director Lorenz Herrmann said the program creates opportunities for performers and promotes local businesses. Zanzibar has become a cultural destination through the annual festival.
Busara Promotions launched the event in 2003. Past performers have represented diverse African musical traditions. UNESCO recognizes the festival's role in developing Zanzibar's creative economy through training and employment opportunities.
More than 20 nations will send musicians to the 2026 event, which takes place across Stone Town and Fumba Town. Festival director Lorenz Herrmann said the program creates opportunities for performers and promotes local businesses. Zanzibar has become a cultural destination through the annual festival.
Busara Promotions launched the event in 2003. Past performers have represented diverse African musical traditions. UNESCO recognizes the festival's role in developing Zanzibar's creative economy through training and employment opportunities.
