Live 8 concert, Johannesburg
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On 2 July 2005, a Live 8 concert was held at Mary Fitzgerald Square, Newtown, Johannesburg, South Africa.
The event is also referred to as "Live 8 Johannesburg", "Live 8 Jo'burg", and "Live 8 South Africa". The show was produced by Gareth Simpson of Oxfam and Brad Holmes of the Bassline Club. Artist booking was conducted by Antos Stella.
A speech was given by former South African president Nelson Mandela,[1][2] who was received with a 5-minute standing ovation by the audience.
Lineup and running order
- Nelson Mandela (Host) (JB 12:00)
- Jabu Khanyile & Bayete (JB 12:25)
- Lindiwe (JB 13:15)
- Lucky Dube - "Feel Irie" (JB 13:55)
- Mahotella Queens (JB 14:35)
- Malaika - "Destiny" (JB 15:15)
- Orchestra Baobab - Medley (JB 15:45)
- Oumou Sangaré (JB 16:15)
- Zola (JB 16:50)
- Vusi Mahlasela - "When You Come Back" (JB 17:20)
References
- ^ Mandela, Nelson (2012-11-20). Notes to the Future: Words of Wisdom. Simon and Schuster. p. 141. ISBN 978-1-4516-7541-2.
- ^ "Excerpts: Mandela's Live 8 speech". 2005-07-03. Retrieved 2025-06-28.
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