The Grammy-nominated R&B star will perform in Pretoria and Cape Town this December, with special guest Destin Conrad.
By Bulelwa Hoala

American contemporary R&B singer and songwriter Kehlani, real name Kehlani Ashley Parrish, has announced two South African dates as part of The Kehlani World Tour.
The two-time GRAMMY Award-winning sensation will perform at the SunBet Arena at Time Square in Pretoria on 15 December 2026, and at the Grand Arena, GrandWest in Cape Town on 17 December 2026.
Known for hits such as “After Hours”, “Nights Like This”, “Honey” and “Can I”, Kehlani will be joined by rising R&B star Destin Conrad.
“it’s been too long, South Africa!! 🇿🇦 I’ve missed you! 🤍 coming and bringing @destinconrad,” she said on social media.
Kehlani has built a global following with her distinctive blend of R&B, pop and soul, and is widely regarded as one of the most influential voices in contemporary R&B.
This will not be Kehlani’s first visit to South Africa. The singer previously performed in the country in 2022 when she headlined the annual Rocking the Daisies festival.
When do tickets go on sale?
According to Big Concerts, Mastercard cardholders will get first access through a special presale starting at 9 AM on Wednesday, 17 June, and running until 8:59 AM on Friday, 19 June.
The Big Concerts Fan Club presale will then run from 9 AM on Thursday, 18 June until 8:59 AM on Friday, 19 June.
General ticket sales will open at 9 AM on Friday, 19 June, through Big Concerts and Ticketmaster South Africa.
World and World Elite Mastercard cardholders will also have access to preferred tickets from 9 AM on Friday, 19 June.
With only two South African dates scheduled, the demand is expected to be high as fans in Pretoria and Cape Town prepare to welcome one of R&B’s biggest stars this December.
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