The Afrobeats scene is set ablaze as two of its brightest stars, Burna Boy and Tems have been unveiled as headliners for the 2025 Afro Nation Festival in Portimão, Portugal. The festival, which will run from the 9th to the 11th of July, marks its fifth anniversary by bringing together two of Africa’s biggest global stars.
Burna Boy’s return to the Afro Nation stage is no surprise. Since his debut on the festival lineup in 2019, he has become a fixture in the global music scene, headlining year after year. His steady rise from an African Giant to a worldwide sensation continues to resonate, as his electrifying performances are among the most anticipated by fans.
Joining Burna Boy as a co-headliner is the rising sensation, Tems. She has been confirmed as the festival’s first-ever female African headliner—a momentous achievement for the genre and for African women in music. Tems’ meteoric rise has been one of the most captivating stories in Afrobeats, from chart-topping global collaborations to solo hits that have cemented her as a genre-defying artist. Headlining Afro Nation’s anniversary is not just a personal triumph but a signal of the ever-expanding reach and influence of African music.
With these two extraordinary artists at the forefront, Afro Nation 2025 is shaping up to be a defining celebration of African music on the world stage. The festival has consistently provided a platform for the continent’s finest talents, and this year is set to showcase the genre’s global appeal like never before.
For Burna Boy and Tems, this is more than just another gig; it’s a testament to their dominance, artistry, and the global thirst for African soundscapes. The stage is set for another unforgettable chapter in the story of Afrobeats’ cultural ascent.
