Kasi culture is coming to you

We hit the road as the official banking sponsor of the Kota Festival Tour.

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The kota is more than a meal – it’s a cultural icon. It’s the taste of childhood, the smell of Saturday streets, the creativity of township food and the hustle of local entrepreneurs. This year, we are bringing all that flavour to life as the official banking sponsor of the Kota Festival Tour – a nationwide celebration of food, music, family and community spirit.

Each stop on the Kota Festival Tour brings its own rhythm, its own crowd and its own take on kota culture. Whether it’s Jozi’s street-style energy, Durban’s coastal flair or Cape Town’s colourful vibrancy, every province adds something unique to the journey. And we’ll be at every stop, supporting the vendors, fans, creators and communities who make the kota a true South African favourite.

Celebrating the heart of the festival: Local entrepreneurs

Behind every legendary kota is a small business owner who serves their community every day.

Many vendors still mostly use cash, which can slow things down during big events. We’re stepping in with our card machines. They can accept card payments with speed and confidence. This makes it easier for them to focus on what they do best: serving the best kotas in the country. It also helps them serve more people, keep track of their sales and grow their businesses.

A smooth, simple festival experience

At the Kota Festival, everything should be easy. From grabbing your meal to finding your crew.

Here’s how we help bring simplicity to the celebration:

  • Tap to Pay at stalls: Pay quickly with your card or phone so you don’t need to carry cash
  • Less time in queues: Faster payments mean you can get back to the music faster

No hassle, queues or stress – just good food, music and memories.

We’re proud to support a festival that celebrates the diversity of township life while opening real opportunities for local entrepreneurs across the country.

See you at the festival

If you love kotas, live music, dressing up or just being part of something proudly South African, this tour is for you. Bring your people, appetite and kasi pride. The Kota Festival Tour is ready to serve flavour, fun and unforgettable moments in a city near you.

Kota Festival Tour dates and themes:

  • 28 March – East Rand Kota Festival
    Theme: Is’Phantsula
  • 25 April – Jozi Kota Festival
    Theme: Hip Hop
  • 2 May – Mpumalanga Kota Festival (Witbank)
    Theme: Safari
  • 6 June – eThekwini Kota Festival (Durban)
    Theme: Modern Bhinca
  • 1 August – Limpopo Kota Festival (Polokwane)
    Theme: Malaphi (Lekompo swag)
  • 29 August – Vaal Kota Festival
    Theme: Italian
  • 5 September – Cape Town Kota Festival
    Theme: Bo-Kaap (colour blocking)
  • 3 October – Jozi Kota Festival
    Theme: iDiski
  • 31 October – Pretoria Kota Festival
    Theme: Heritage
  • 7 November – Tembisa Kota Festival
    Theme: Iskhothane
  • 28 November – Free State Kota Festival
    Theme: South African flag colours

Get your tickets

General

  • Adult: R200
  • Student: R150
  • Child: R110 (3 – 12 years old)

Parking

  • Standard vehicle: R50
  • Large vehicle: R75
  • Premium parking: R100

 VIP tickets

VIP tickes include a kota, seating and secure parking.

  • VIP adult: R800
  • VIP student: R800
  • VIP child: R800

Buy your tickets now on Computicket and be part of South Africa’s biggest kota celebration.

See you there!

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