The WeLoveYa Festival in Cotonou has just raised the bar for its 2025 edition, confirming that Grammy-winning global titan Burna Boy will be sharing the stage with Afrobeats giants Davido and Wizkid.
With this announcement, the festival has firmly secured its spot as one of the continent’s most powerful music gatherings.
Set for December 27 and 28, 2025, at the iconic Place de l’Amazone, the event is preparing to host a rare trio of Nigeria’s most influential superstars.
Organizers recently released an updated promo image locking in Burna Boy’s performance for December 27, a reveal that immediately sparked excitement across West Africa and far beyond.
The WeLoveYa Festival has always been known for championing Afro and urban culture, but the 2025 lineup is already being described as a landmark moment.
🚨 Burna Boy has been added to the lineup for the WeLoveYa Festival in Cotonou, Benin 🇧🇯
Davido & Wizkid were previously announced to perform at the event 🤩🔥
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— 𝗔𝗟𝗕𝗨𝗠 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦 📀 (@AlbumTalksHQ) November 23, 2025
Bringing Burna Boy, Davido, and Wizkid under the same festival banner, three artists who have been central to taking Afrobeats global, has generated massive buzz among fans and industry watchers alike.
But it’s not just about the music. Attendees will also have access to a lively cultural hub at the Festival’s Village Amazone, featuring food courts, bars, and a range of ticket tiers from Standard to VIP.
Organizers have also reiterated their focus on social impact, revealing that a portion of ticket proceeds will go toward building EYA Centers innovative community spaces aimed at empowering African youth through learning, creativity, and skill development.
With Burna Boy now officially locked into the lineup, the WeLoveYa Festival is shaping up to be one of the most unforgettable celebrations of African music and culture as 2025 winds down.