{"id":228072,"date":"2026-03-31T09:44:49","date_gmt":"2026-03-31T07:44:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wereldwyd.co.za\/?p=228072"},"modified":"2026-03-31T09:44:52","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T07:44:52","slug":"bokjol-2026-makes-history-with-first-show-in-glasgow","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wereldwyd.co.za\/en\/bokjol-2026-makes-history-with-first-show-in-glasgow\/","title":{"rendered":"Bokjol 2026 makes history with first show in Glasgow"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>For the first time ever the popular <strong>Bokjol<\/strong> experience will be held in Scotland when <strong>Bokjol 2026<\/strong> takes place on <strong>3 July 2026<\/strong> at <strong>Slay Glasgow<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This exciting event brings a unique combination of South African music, culture and rugby spirit to Glasgow and offers South Africans abroad the opportunity to socialise and celebrate their heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The evening\u2019s programme focuses on the distinctive \u201cBok spirit\u201d that connects South Africans worldwide, with a lively atmosphere, music and a real \u201ckuier\u201d experience. On stage are two of South Africa\u2019s most popular artists, <strong>Jo Black<\/strong> and <strong>Refentse<\/strong>, who promise to captivate crowds with their hits and energetic performances. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bokjol Glasgow forms part of a larger international series of events built around rugby and South African community celebrations, and connects directly with the Belfast event taking place the following day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The event is presented by SA Events, an organisation already established as a leading provider of South African entertainment around the world \u2013 from the UK and Europe to Australia and North America.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWe see a growing need among South Africans overseas to experience that sense of togetherness and belonging again. Bokjol brings it all together \u2013 music, rugby and community \u2013 in one night,\u201d says Arno Nel of SA Events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With an energetic atmosphere, well-known music and a strong sense of togetherness, Bokjol 2026 in Glasgow promises to be a highlight on the diaspora calendar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>AfriForum Worldwide is proud to be involved in these types of initiatives that bring South Africans abroad together and help keep language, culture and community alive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cEvents like Bokjol create a space where South Africans can experience the feeling of home again \u2013 even if just for one night. It strengthens connections and reminds us of who we are,\u201d says Sue-Ann de Wet, Head of Diaspora at AfriForum Worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tickets for Bokjol 2026 in Glasgow is now available, and those who are interested are encouraged to secure their spot early.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kt-info-box228072_dae42d-1d .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{max-width:unset;}.kt-info-box228072_dae42d-1d .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{border-radius:20px;background:#ffffff;padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);}.kt-info-box228072_dae42d-1d .kadence-info-box-icon-container .kt-info-svg-icon, .kt-info-box228072_dae42d-1d .kt-info-svg-icon-flip, .kt-info-box228072_dae42d-1d .kt-blocks-info-box-number{font-size:50px;}.kt-info-box228072_dae42d-1d .kt-blocks-info-box-media{color:#f58220;border-radius:200px;overflow:hidden;border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;padding-top:20px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:20px;padding-left:20px;margin-top:0px;margin-right:20px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}.kt-info-box228072_dae42d-1d .kt-blocks-info-box-media .kadence-info-box-image-intrisic img{border-radius:200px;}.kt-info-box228072_dae42d-1d .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap:hover .kt-blocks-info-box-media{color:#444444;}.kt-info-box228072_dae42d-1d .kt-infobox-textcontent h2.kt-blocks-info-box-title{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-top:5px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;}.kt-info-box228072_dae42d-1d .kt-blocks-info-box-learnmore{background:transparent;border-width:0px 0px 0px 0px;padding-top:4px;padding-right:8px;padding-bottom:4px;padding-left:8px;margin-top:10px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;}.kt-info-box228072_dae42d-1d .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{box-shadow:0px 0px 8px 0px rgba(55, 60, 66, 0.2);}.kt-info-box228072_dae42d-1d .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap:hover{box-shadow:0px 0px 14px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kt-info-box228072_dae42d-1d .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{box-shadow:0px 0px 8px 0px rgba(55, 60, 66, 0.2);}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kt-info-box228072_dae42d-1d .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap:hover{box-shadow:0px 0px 14px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kt-info-box228072_dae42d-1d .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{box-shadow:0px 0px 8px 0px rgba(55, 60, 66, 0.2);}.kt-info-box228072_dae42d-1d .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap:hover{box-shadow:0px 0px 14px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-infobox kt-info-box228072_dae42d-1d\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap info-box-link kt-blocks-info-box-media-align-left kt-info-halign-left\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-media-container\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-media kt-info-media-animate-none\"><div class=\"kadence-info-box-icon-container kt-info-icon-animate-none\"><div class=\"kadence-info-box-icon-inner-container\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_mic kt-info-svg-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M12 1a3 3 0 0 0-3 3v8a3 3 0 0 0 6 0V4a3 3 0 0 0-3-3z\"\/><path d=\"M19 10v2a7 7 0 0 1-14 0v-2\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"19\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"23\"\/><line x1=\"8\" y1=\"23\" x2=\"16\" y2=\"23\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"kt-infobox-textcontent\"><h2 class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-title\"><\/h2><p class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-text\">Do you have family or friends in Scotland or the UK? 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