Davido to Perform at AFCON 2025 Opening Concert in Rabat
Nigerian Afrobeats megastar David “Davido” Adeleke has been confirmed as a headline performer at the opening concert of the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025, set to take place in Rabat, Morocco, on Saturday.
The announcement was made by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) in an official statement released on Thursday, as excitement builds ahead of the continent’s biggest football tournament.
Star-Studded International Line-Up
According to CAF, Davido will be joined on stage by a diverse mix of global and African music stars, reflecting AFCON’s cultural reach beyond football. The confirmed performers include:
- French Montana – Global hip-hop star
- Douaa Lahyaoui – Leading Moroccan singer
- Lartiste – French-Moroccan hitmaker
- Says’z – Rising music artist
CAF described the line-up as a celebration of African creativity, global influence, and musical diversity, bringing together artists from different backgrounds for a unified cultural showcase.
“The Confederation of African Football has officially announced the artists set to headline the opening concert of the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations 2025 in Rabat,” CAF said.
“The diverse selection reflects AFCON’s celebration of African culture, music, and global influence.”
Setting the Tone for AFCON 2025
The opening concert, scheduled for Saturday, will take place one day before the tournament officially kicks off, serving as a high-energy curtain-raiser for what CAF expects to be a memorable edition of the Africa Cup of Nations.
The event is designed to unite football and music on a grand stage, drawing fans in Rabat and millions across Africa and the global diaspora into the AFCON experience.
“Fans in Rabat and across Africa are eagerly counting down to a night where football and music unite on a grand stage,” CAF added.
AFCON 2025 in Morocco
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations will be hosted across several cities in Morocco, with Rabat playing a central role in both the sporting and cultural festivities. With Davido and an international cast of performers leading the opening celebrations, the tournament is set to begin with global attention and vibrant African expression.
FAQs
Who will perform at the AFCON 2025 opening concert?
Davido, French Montana, Douaa Lahyaoui, Lartiste, and Says’z.
Where will the opening concert take place?
In Rabat, Morocco.
When is the AFCON 2025 opening concert?
On Saturday, one day before the tournament begins.
Who announced the performers?
The Confederation of African Football (CAF).