BEVERLY HILLS, May 07, (THEWILL) – Popular British actor, Idris Elba, will host the 2021 edition of the Africa Day concert scheduled to hold on May 25.
Africa Day is organised yearly to commemorate the establishment of the African Union (AU), initially known as the Organisation of African Unity (OAU), in 1963.
The organisers of the event in a statement issued on Thursday disclosed that the event would be streamed on YouTube and also be broadcast on MTV Base (DStv Channel 322).
According to the statement, the concert would feature several African artistes who will perform on multiple stages including in Lagos and Johannesburg.
It also disclosed that the event would be hosted virtually because of the coronavirus pandemic, saying that all safety and social distancing measures will be strictly followed.
“Africa is in the midst of a creative and cultural renaissance that has been accelerated by artists who are claiming a unique space in the world,” the statement read.
In his remark, Elba stated that hosting the event would offer him the platform to further promote Africa’s rich cultures and creative talents to the world.
“I’m committed to shining a light on African culture, heritage and the arts. During a year when globally we have all had to reflect deeply on our purpose, I’ve taken inspiration from the continent with its diversity of voices, creativity and innovation. Here’s to Africa’s Next Global Wave,” he said.
