On Saturday, January 18, 2025, African streaming giant Showmax delivered a groundbreaking live-stream event, broadcasting Tyla’s electrifying sold-out performance at the SunBet Arena in Pretoria. The concert marked the latest milestone in the meteoric rise of the Amapiano superstar.
Following the show, Tyla shared her excitement on X, declaring it,
“My fav show yet.”
For fans who missed the live event, there’s more to celebrate. The hour-long concert will be available on-demand on Showmax starting Thursday, January 30, 2025, in honor of Tyla’s 23rd birthday. It will also air on DStv’s Mzansi Wethu (channel 163) on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at 20:30, with a repeat on Tuesday, February 4, at 16:00. Mzansi Wethu, included in all DStv packages from Access and up, will be joined by other DStv channels across the continent to ensure Tyla Live reaches millions more fans.
A Celebration Fit for the Tygers
Tyla Live gives fans a front-row seat to the once-in-a-lifetime event, complete with red carpet coverage hosted by Kat Sinivasan and Moozlie. Cameras captured the buzzing atmosphere, showcasing a star-studded crowd including Showmax celebrities from Adulting, Youngins, The Real Housewives, and Born Into Fame. Fellow Sony artists Shekhinah, Nia Pearl, Langa Mavuso, and hit-making producers ShaunMusiQ & Ftears were also spotted, along with Betway Premier League players.
The concert featured Tyla performing her smash hits like Water, Jump, Truth or Dare, and Push 2 Start, with her signature stage presence electrifying the arena.
A Momentous Homecoming
Tyla’s Pretoria performance capped off her homecoming tour, celebrating a remarkable year that included Grammy, BET, and MTV Music Video Award wins, and over 1.6 billion streams of her debut album.
Produced by Black Swan Media and powered by SuperSport’s award-winning technical team, the live-stream event showcased the cutting-edge potential of African entertainment. Leveraging Peacock technology, Showmax seamlessly delivered the concert to audiences across 44 countries.
A New Era for African Entertainment
“This was a technological feat,” said Yatish Narsi, Chief Marketing Officer for MultiChoice and Showmax South Africa. “Scaling to support viewers across multiple countries required extensive planning, coordination, and an around-the-clock tech team. It’s a game-changer for African artists, taking this incredible concert to millions of DStv viewers and allowing it to live far beyond the live stream.”
Gayton McKenzie, Minister of Sports, Arts, and Culture, echoed this sentiment on the red carpet, saying, “Tyla is the first and the biggest, but if Showmax continues to showcase our talent across Africa and the world, this will just be the beginning.”
Fans Celebrate Online
The historic event sparked excitement across social media, with fans flooding platforms to praise #TylaonShowmax. For the Tygers, it’s a chance to relive the magic and celebrate Tyla’s incredible journey.
Tyla Live is more than a concert—it’s a statement of what’s possible for African artists. From the SunBet Arena to screens across the continent, Tyla continues to break boundaries, cementing her place as one of Africa’s brightest stars.
Watch the event recap:
