Nigerian music stars Davido, Rema and Omah Lay will headline the seventh edition of Afro Nation Portugal alongside Congolese star Fally Ipupa, as organisers unveiled the first wave of performers for the 2027 festival.
The festival is scheduled for June 9 to 11, 2027, at Praia da Rocha beach in Portimão, Algarve, Portugal, with an opening party on June 8 and a closing party on June 12.
The announcement maintains Nigeria’s strong presence at the festival, with Omah Lay and Victony also billed to perform on the main Lit Stage.
Other artistes announced include Jamaican stars Shenseea and Valiant, Tanzanian singer Rayvanny, Odeal, Bamby and Miimii KDS, while Congolese-French singer GIMS will appear as a special guest.
The Lit Stage will also feature South Gidi Experience.
The festival’s Piano People Stage, dedicated to amapiano, will feature Kabza De Small, TxC, Dlala Thukzin, 031Choppa, 2woBunnies, Benzo, Thatohatsi, Uncool MC, W4DE, Young Stunna and Zee Nxumalo.
The Afrotronic Stage will feature Caiiro, Djeff, Jamiie, Aniko and JNR SA.
Organisers are expected to announce additional performers as preparations for the festival continue.
Davido, Rema and Fally Ipupa are returning performers at Afro Nation Portugal, with organisers describing the trio as “three giants of African music.”
Nigeria has maintained a major presence at the festival since its launch in Portimão in 2019. Burna Boy featured at the inaugural edition and has returned several times, while Davido, Wizkid, Asake, Rema and Tems have also headlined different editions.
Other Nigerian artistes who have performed at the festival include Olamide, Tiwa Savage, Ayra Starr, Fireboy DML, Adekunle Gold, Wande Coal, Young Jonn, Darkoo, Shallipopi, Qing Madi and P-Square.
The 2027 edition will continue Afro Nation’s focus on Afrobeats, amapiano and African music and culture, with further artistes and festival details expected to be announced in the coming months.
The festival is an 18+ event, with attendees required to present valid identification.
