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Cape Town's Live Afrobeat

The rhythm your celebration deserves.

We bring live Afrobeat to your wedding, corporate event or private dinner, filling the room with sound your guests will remember.

5.0

Average Rating

3

Live Sets

100%

Cape Town Based

4

Band Members

Senegalese Bafana Star band portrait

Our Story

Music that moves the room.

We are Senegalese Bafana Star, a Cape Town-based collective playing live Afrobeat for the moments that matter. From the first beat to the last dance, we bring a warmth and energy that turns an ordinary event into a celebration.

Every show is a conversation between the band and the room — a genuine, unrepeatable performance shaped entirely by the people in front of us.

The Difference

Why you'll want us on your stage.

Authentic Afrobeat

Original tracks and deep grooves that get every guest on their feet.

Full Band Sound

Vocals, guitar and drums working together for a full, rich live sound.

Made for Your Day

We learn your story and play the set that fits it, not a generic playlist.

The Offer

Book the band. Buy the music.

Live performances for your event, plus recordings and merch to take home.

Services

3 hours

Live Wedding Performance

Full band performance for wedding receptions, ceremony and cocktail hour included.

R8,000.00 Add to cart
2 hours

Corporate Event Live Band

Energetic live set for corporate functions and year-end parties, with full sound setup.

R12,000.00 Add to cart
1 hour

Private Acoustic Session

Intimate solo or duo acoustic set for small gatherings and private dinners.

R3,000.00 Add to cart

Music & Merchandise

Afrobeat Live Set CD
Music

Afrobeat Live Set CD

Studio album of original Afrobeat tracks.

from R150 / each Ask about this
Custom Wedding Song Studio Recording
Music

Custom Wedding Song (Studio Recording)

Personalised song written and recorded for your special day.

from R3,500 / song Ask about this
Branded T-Shirt
Merchandise

Branded T-Shirt

Cotton t-shirt with the band logo.

from R200 / each Ask about this
Lamuka
Artist

Lamuka

Music

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The Process

How we play your night.

1

Tell us about your event

Share the date, the venue and the vibe you are after. We will help you choose the right set for the room.

2

We prepare the sound

From the first song to the encore, we map the rhythm of the night so the music lifts exactly when it should.

3

We play your night

We arrive, we set up, and we bring the room to life. You enjoy the music and your guests.

The Musicians

Meet the band.

Marike Petersen

Marike Petersen

Lead Vocalist

Phumzile Sithole

Phumzile Sithole

Guitarist

Zandile Tshabalala

Zandile Tshabalala

Drummer

What customers say

Real reviews from real customers

The Live Wedding Performance at our reception was absolute magic and kept everyone dancing all night. They really made our big day in Cape Town unforgettable.

Shaun X.

We hired them for our Corporate Event Live Band and the pricing was super reasonable for such top-tier talent. Excellent value for money for any Cape Town function.

Bandile O.

The team was so friendly and easy to work with from the very first email. Our Private Acoustic Session was a incredible experience from start to finish.

Megan E.

I ordered a Custom Wedding Song (Studio Recording) as a surprise for my wife and it turned out better than I could have imagined. Truly great service right here in Cape Town.

Riaan N.

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FAQ

Questions, answered.

What kind of events do you play?
We play weddings, corporate functions and private dinners across Cape Town. Whether it is a large reception or an intimate gathering, we have a set that fits.
Do you provide the sound equipment?
Yes. Our corporate event live band includes a full sound setup, so you do not need to hire additional equipment for the performance.
Can you write a song just for our wedding?
Absolutely. We offer a custom wedding song service, written and recorded in the studio specifically for your day.
How long are your sets?
Our sets run from one hour for an acoustic session, up to three hours for a full wedding performance including the ceremony, cocktail hour and reception.
How do we book you?
Use the contact form on this page or send us a WhatsApp. Tell us the date and what you are planning, and we will take it from there.

Get In Touch

Let's play your event.

Tell us the date and the plan. We will get back to you on how we can make it sound right.

Phone

+27813469831

WhatsApp

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Location

Cape Town, South Africa

Opening Hours

  • Monday – Friday 08:30 – 16:00
  • Saturday – Sunday 08:30 – 12:00

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