The world-renowned Nyege Nyege Festival, known for its vibrant celebration of music, arts, and culture, wants to ensure that the public is well-informed and aware of any imitations that may be misleading festival-goers. The organizers of the authentic Nyege Nyege Festival has clarified that they have no affiliation with an event being promoted as the “Nyege Nyege Kenyan Edition.”
In recent times, the Nyege Nyege Festival has gained widespread recognition and success, attracting music enthusiasts from across the globe. Unfortunately, this popularity has led to the emergence of unauthorized events attempting to associate themselves with the brand. To prevent any confusion, the organizers want to emphasize that there is only one true Nyege Nyege Festival, which originated in Uganda.
FOR THOSE WHO MIGHT STILL BE CONFUSED, BE REASSURED THE DELAY IN OUR ANNOUNCEMENT IS ONLY BECAUSE WE FELT WE HAD LOTS OF THINGS THAT NEEDED TO BE FIXED BEFORE HOSTING YOU TO OUR YEARLY MUSIC AND ARTS EXTRAVAGANZA ON THE NILE, MASSIVE THINGS IN THE PIPELINE! STAY SAFE AND READY! PIC.TWITTER.COM/9MHRGKLQXL— Nyege Nyege (@NyegeNyegeFest) June 8, 2023
“It is true that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery,” said a representative from the Nyege Nyege Festival organizing team. “However, we want to ensure that our loyal audience and supporters can distinguish between the authentic Nyege Nyege Festival and any misleading imitations.”
The organizers urge the public to exercise caution and rely on official sources such as the official Nyege Nyege Festival pages and channels, the Talent Africa Group, and reputable media outlets to obtain accurate information about all Nyege Nyege Festival activities. By staying vigilant against counterfeit sources and unauthorized information, festival-goers can ensure they have the correct details and make informed decisions about attending the genuine Nyege Nyege Festival.
In addition, the Nyege Nyege Festival would like to express their deep appreciation to the Kenyan audience and artists who have consistently supported the festival in previous editions. The enthusiasm and passion shown by the Kenyan community for music and culture have played a vital role in the success of the festival. The organizers sincerely thank them for their unwavering dedication and assure them that the authentic Nyege Nyege experience awaits them at the shores of the River Nile later this year.
As anticipation builds for #NyegeNyege2023, festival-goers are encouraged to stay tuned for thrilling updates that will be announced in the coming days. The organizers are committed to delivering yet another unforgettable celebration of music, arts, and culture that showcases the richness and diversity of the African continent.
Organizers further urged their audience to stick to their digital platforms on social and trusted media outlets. “Let us unite in celebrating the true spirit of Nyege Nyege and support the authentic festival that has captivated audiences worldwide.” a statement from their official press release partly read.
