John Legend to headline Move Afrika tour in Kigali and Lagos

Multi-award-winning American artist and producer John Legend, famous for his global hit ‘All of Me’, is set to headline the Move Afrika Tour in February 2025, with performances scheduled in Kigali, Rwanda, and Lagos, Nigeria.

The Move Afrika Tour, created by Global Citizen in partnership with Kendrick Lamar’s entertainment company pgLang and the Rwanda Development Board (RDB), aims to bring economic opportunities to Africa’s younger generations by showcasing live music events and supporting the continent’s creative industries.

The second edition of the tour will kick off at BK Arena in Kigali on February 21, 2025, before heading to Lagos at The Palms on February 25, 2025, marking the initiative’s expansion to West Africa.

John Legend will be the second global star to headline this event in Kigali, following Compton-born rapper Kendrick Lamar, who performed at the inaugural Move Afrika event on December 5, 2023, also at BK Arena.

“I’m honored and excited to perform in Kigali and Lagos as part of the Move Afrika tour — an initiative that not only brings unforgettable shows but also creates entrepreneurship and job opportunities, empowering young people to engage with Africa’s growing music and creative industries,” said John Legend in a statement. “Africa has always been a global cultural powerhouse, and it’s an honor to be part of the future of live music on the continent.”

Francis Gatare, CEO of the Rwanda Development Board, emphasized that Move Afrika’s return to Rwanda highlights the country’s commitment to showcasing African talent while tapping into the global entertainment industry to advance Africa’s development goals.

“Together, we aim to position Rwanda as an entertainment hub that benefits all African countries, including by creating youth-focused employment and income-generating opportunities,” Gatare stated.

About John Legend

John Roger Stephens, professionally known as John Legend, is a celebrated American singer, songwriter, actor, and record producer. His early musical contributions included playing piano on Lauryn Hill’s “Everything Is Everything” and guest appearances on Jay-Z’s “Encore” and Alicia Keys’s “You Don’t Know My Name.”

Legend rose to fame after signing with Kanye West’s GOOD Music and releasing his debut album Get Lifted in 2004. The album reached the Billboard 200’s top ten and earned double platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

As the Move Afrika Tour continues to grow, John Legend’s participation adds significant global visibility, underscoring Africa’s position as a cultural and creative powerhouse.