Naledi Aphiwe Set To Perform at Somizi Mhlongo’s Shades of Pink Concert
- Naledi Aphiwe has officially joined the lineup for Somizi Mhlongo's anticipated concert
- The Shades of Pink concert is returning for another exciting edition, and fans of the singer thanked SomGAGA for delivering
- Tickets are selling fast, and supporters can't wait to see what Somizi has in store for them this time around
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The Shades of Pink concert is back and promises to be better than ever after adding Naledi Aphiwe to the lineup.
Somizi Mhlongo adds Naledi Aphiwe to concert lineup
Somizi Mhlongo is gearing up for his anticipated Shades of Pink concert and is bringing the heat with this year's performance lineup.
The media personality has secured bookings for DJ Zinhle, Makhadzi, and Zee Nxumalo, but it was Naledi Aphiwe's addition that had everybody talking.
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The young Afro-pop singer has become one of the most loved stars in South Africa. Since gaining recognition for her collaboration with Chris Brown, Aphiwe's star has been on the rise ever since.

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After weeks of pleading with SomGAGA to include Aphiwe in the event lineup, he finally took to his Instagram page and made the announcement everybody was waiting for:
"Nazo!!!!! You requested, I delivered. @naledi_aphiwe_ in the heeeeeezy."
Affectionately known as Cocomelon, Naledi Aphiwe will take to the stage alongside several other entertainers on 30 August 2025 at the Shades of Pink concert. Fans can't wait to watch her perform some of her hits live.
South Africans show love to Naledi Aphiwe
Fans and followers are excited for Naledi Aphiwe, and thanked Somizi Mhlongo for pulling through for them:
olorh_melody thanked Somizi Mhlongo:
``'Awww, Som Som! Siyabonga."
itebogeng873 said:
"Thank you. Cocomelon should be everywhere. She must grow."
nhlanhlasibisi7 blessed Somizi Mhlongo:
"God made sure ukuthi ulideka early itafula lakho, idla, girl, and don’t forget to thank God all the time. @somizi, may God continue to bless you."

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lethu2024 commented:
"For that reason, I am buying more tickets!"
preciousmith96 was excited:
"The way I am screaming! Thank you so much, @somizi, for hearing us as fans for bringing @naledi_aphiwe_. It's gonna be LIT!"

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perlaw_23 showed love to Naledi Aphiwe:
"Ohh, maan, I love her so much! Thank you, Somizi."
po.rtia6794 added:
"Thank you, Somizi. Owhh, kodwa cocomelon wethu."
slindile_ntombela posted:
"I love it for my little girl."
ituitumeleng236 commented:
"Thank you very much, SomSom."
nomsa2086 cheered:
"Yesssss! Thank you, Som Som, can't wait!"
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In an earlier report, Briefly News shared online reactions to DJ Maphorisa and Kabza De Small's youth initiative.

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Ahead of the much-anticipated Scorpion Kings Live with Friends concert, the duo is offering internship opportunities to South African youth through Betway and the Betway Cares Foundation.
Dubbed the 100 Lives Initiative, the opportunity seeks to employ young people to gain hands-on experience working with the team. Interns will benefit from skills development to be better equipped for their future careers in events and entertainment.
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