WAV Festival: South Africa’s First R&B Festival Set to Make History in Cape Town

Something special is about to hit the Mother City. WAV Festival, presented by Fronation, is South Africa’s first-ever festival fully dedicated to R&B, soul, and culture, and it’s already shaping up to be a landmark moment.

Set for January 2026 in Cape Town, WAV isn’t just another entry in the growing African festival calendar,  it’s a declaration that R&B has a home on the continent. From global heavyweights to emerging voices, the festival promises a lineup that blends nostalgia, artistry, and the future of sound.

But WAV goes beyond the music. It’s about community, connection, and culture. The festival seeks to spotlight R&B as more than a genre,  as a global movement that bridges borders while rooting itself in Africa’s rhythm and energy.

With Cape Town’s vibrant backdrop, expect unforgettable performances, immersive experiences, and a city alive with creativity. For artists and fans alike, WAV is more than a stage — it’s an arrival.

 Early access tickets are now live. If you want to be part of history, sign up through @wav.festival’s bio. This is the wave you don’t want to miss.