
Laugh Africa Comedy Festival
Friday Night: Laugh Africa Comedy All Stars (18:30)
Get ready for the comedy showdown of the year! Laugh Africa Comedy All Stars brings together the brightest and funniest from across the continent, (and 1 from over the seas!) in one electrifying night. This laugh-out-loud extravaganza features a lineup of comedic heavyweights guaranteed to leave you in stitches. From razor-sharp wit to sidesplitting anecdotes, these all-stars deliver comedy gold faster than you can say “two-minute noodles.” Perfect for date night, squad goals, or flying solo-it’s comedy at its finest, served hot! Don’t miss this grand opening to Africa’s biggest night of comedy.
Friday Night: The Showmax Roast (21:00)
Nothing is sacred, and no one is safe! The Showmax Roast is back, and the flames are hotter than a Jo’burg summer. Watch as a mystery celebrity guest gets grilled by a panel of the funniest, most savage comedians in the game. Expect sharp comebacks, brutal burns, and no mercy-it’s a comedy bloodbath you’ll be talking about for weeks. If you like your humour with a side of spice and a dollop of controversy, this is your show. Warning: sensitive egos need not attend. Come for the roast, stay for the roastings!
Saturday Night: Mzansi's Finest (18:30)
It’s laughter proudly South African! Mzansi’s Finest showcases the best of local comedy talent, delivering the humour we know, love, and relate to. From township tales to suburban struggles, these comedians turn everyday moments into uproarious comedy gold. Expect belly laughs, witty punchlines, and that unmistakable South African flavour that always hits the funny bone. Whether you’re a Mzansi insider or just here for the vibe, this show is a celebration of what makes us laugh and love being South African. Don’t miss the nation’s funniest in their prime!
Saturday Night: The Laugh Africa Comedy Festival Gala Show (21:00)
The crown jewel of the festival! The Laugh Africa Comedy Festival Gala Show brings together comedy royalty in one dazzling, star-studded night. Featuring top acts from across the pond, this is the ultimate showcase of comedic brilliance. It’s big, it’s bold, and it’s bursting with laugh-out-loud moments. Think of it as the Oscars of comedy-minus the awkward speeches but packed with punchlines. Dress up, grab a drink, and prepare for a night of world-class laughs you’ll never forget. This is the pinnacle of Africa’s biggest night of comedy!
Sunday Night: Laughter Unleashed (18:30)
Brace yourself-this is comedy with no limits! Laughter Unleashed is the wild, unpredictable, and absolutely hilarious ride you’ve been waiting for. Featuring a lineup of bold comedians who push boundaries and redefine funny, this show promises raw, unfiltered laughter. From edgy one-liners to stories that hit home in the most unexpected ways, nothing is off the table. Perfect for those who love their comedy a little daring and a lot hysterical. It’s the perfect way to kickstart your Sunday night!
Sunday Night: Laugh Africa Comedy Festival Gala Show (21:00)
The grand finale of Africa’s premier comedy festival! The Laugh Africa Comedy Festival Gala Show is your last chance to catch the continent’s finest comedians along with our international superstar delivering their very best. Expect a powerhouse lineup, surprise guests, and a non-stop stream of laughter to close out the festival in style. Whether you’re a die-hard comedy fan or just here for the good vibes, this is the show everyone will be talking about on Monday morning. Don’t miss the fireworks, the punchlines, and the memories made at the pinnacle of Africa’s biggest night of comedy!
Laugh Africa Pty Ltd
DAY 1 SCHEDULE :
🤣 Laugh Africa Comedy All Stars
📅 Friday, 2 May | 🕕 18:00 | 📍 Main Stage
🎤 MC: Isaac Gampu
💥 Featuring: Griff (USA), Rob Van Vuuren, Celeste Ntuli
💥 Showmax Presents The Roast Of Helen Zille
📅 Friday, 2 May | 🕕 20:45 | 📍 Main Stage
🎤 Roast Masters: Trevor Gumbi & Tumi Morake
💥 Featuring: Loyiso Gola, Bongani Bingwa, Rian Van Heerden, Manilla Von Teez & Many More..
DAY 2 SCHEDULE :
🔥 Mzansi’s Finest
📅 Saturday, 3 May | 🕕 18:00 | 📍 Main Stage
🎤 MC: Eugene Khoza
💥 Featuring: Robby Collins, Nina Hastie, Felix Hlophe
🌍 Laugh Africa International Gala
📅 Saturday, 3 May | 🕣 20:30 | 📍 Main Stage
🎤 MC: Angel Campey
💥 Featuring: International Superstar Faizon Love, Jam Jam the Comedian & Patrick Salvado (Uganda)
DAY 3 SCHEDULE :
🚀 Laughter Unleashed
📅 Sunday, 4 May | 🕕 18:00 | 📍 Main Stage
🎤 MC: Eric Lu Savali (Kenya)
💥 Featuring: Ntosh Madlingozi, Kagiso ‘KG’ Mokgadi, Mark Banks
🌍 Laugh Africa International Gala – Grand Finale
📅 Sunday, 4 May | 🕣 20:30 | 📍 Main Stage
🎤 MC: Alan Committie
💥 Featuring: International Superstar Faizon Love, Nonto R & Trevor Gumbi.
Disclaimer
By purchasing a ticket and attending the Laugh Africa Comedy Festival, you acknowledge and agree to the following:
1. Image and Video Consent:
This event is being filmed for television broadcast, streaming platforms, promotional purposes, and social media content.
Roaming photographers and videographers will be capturing footage throughout the venue, including the audience.
2. Use of Your Image:
Your attendance at the event constitutes your consent to the capture and use of your image, likeness, and/or voice in any photos, videos, or recordings, which may be distributed globally across various media platforms.
You waive any right to review, approve, or receive compensation for the use of such materials.
3. No Recourse:
By attending, you release the festival organisers, their partners, and affiliates from any liability or claims related to the use of your image, likeness, or voice as described above.
If you have any concerns regarding this disclaimer, please contact us before purchasing your ticket. By entering the venue, you confirm your acceptance of these terms.


