Dancing and jiving for Youth Day

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KNYSNA NEWS - Vibrant and youthful energy was in full swing at the 16 June Youth Market and Music Festival held at Loerie Park.

The Youth Day celebration concert was not only a celebration of the historic day, but also of the innovative and creative spirit of the youth of Knysna.

The show included performances from headlining acts such as Dladla Mshunqisi, Sneziey, Loufi and Cairo as well as other performers such as Phoenix Raps, Mutchere Malgas, DJ Nukes, Family Flows, Mr. Chaos, BlueBaby, I Clif and the next level reggae band, the Concordia Primary School Dance Crew, the Sinethemba Marimba Band and DJ Primo to name but a few.

The programme was filled with lively musical performances that had both young and old on their feet.

PHOTO GALLERY: Youth Market and Music Festival at Loerie Park

The lively crowds at The Youth Day Celebration.

Music styles ranging from praise and worship, reggae to amapiano had the crowds going. "The reason for the day's festivities is to commemorate everything that happened in Soweto in 1976. Today we are just celebrating differently, in terms of the opportunities and platforms that we are creating for the youngsters," says Shahida Segula, Youth Development Officer for Knysna Municipality.

Ticket proceeds from the day contributed directly to the development of youth programmes in the Knysna community.

The youth development programmes and organisations that benefitted from the concert are the Keep a Girl in School Programme, the Boy Child Programme, The Hornlee Community Band Training Initiative, Sinethemba Youth Development Centre as well as the Class of 2023 Skills Summit and a Career Exhibition that will equip the youth with valuable insights into various career paths and opportunities.

The event succeeded in providing fun, inclusive and interactive entertainment for all ages as well as contributing to the betterment of the youth.

The June 16 Youth Day Market and music festival provided hearty entertainment for young and old alike.