[Dateline: Kigali, Rwanda].
Nigerian artiste Crown Uzama, known as Shallipopi, is poised to make his Rwandan debut on May 29 at the Africast Fest: A Shallipopi Xperience. The concert, a collaborative effort between Groove Kigali and Intore Entertainment, is expected to showcase Shallipopi’s growing popularity across Africa.
Shallipopi, whose hit single “Laho “from 2025 has captivated audiences globally, began his musical journey in Benin City in 2016. His career took a quantum leap in March 2023 with the viral success of “Elon Musk, “followed by the club hit “Shapiru “in April. Despite facing a legal challenge in May 2023, his notoriety surged, leading to further acclaim and collaborations.
Since mid — 2023, Shallipopi has performed at renowned venues, including the O2 Arena and Stade de France, and has headlined successful tours and concerts. His latest projects, “Presido La Pluto “and “Shakespopi, “have topped Nigeria’s TurnTable Charts, with “Shakespopi “achieving a No.1 record in its first week. His collaboration with Odumodublvck, “Cast, “has amassed over 55 million streams on Spotify and earned him numerous accolades.
The venue for the Africast Fest: A Shallipopi Xperience has not yet been confirmed, with organizers indicating that details will be announced shortly. This eagerly anticipated event promises to be a memorable milestone for Shallipopi’s career and a highlight for music enthusiasts in Rwanda. Paragraph omitted as per the original request.
Source: allafrica
