Joshua Baraka’s Arrival & Rehearsals Ahead of Blankets & Wine Festival

Ugandan rising star Joshua Baraka has officially arrived in Nairobi, setting the stage for an electrifying performance at this year’s Blankets & Wine Festival, happening on Sunday, September 28th, 2025, at the Laureate Garden, Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani.

Known for his breakout hits like Nana and Dalilah, Baraka has quickly become one of East Africa’s most exciting new voices, blending Afro-fusion, R&B, and soulful storytelling. Ahead of his highly anticipated 7:00–8:00 PM slot on the Live Stage, the young artist has already dived into rehearsals, fine-tuning his set to deliver a show that promises to connect deeply with fans and newcomers alike.

Diane Ywaya, Communications Manager at GoodTimes Africa, Joshua Baraka, renowned Ugandan singer-songwriter (centre), and Vanessa Funani Social Media Manager at GoodTimes Africa, upon Joshua Baraka’s arrival at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi ahead of the Blankets & Wine Festival on Sunday.

A Star on the Rise

Baraka’s arrival marks a special moment for festival-goers eager to experience the fresh wave of talent coming out of Uganda. His ability to fuse heartfelt lyrics with groovy, danceable rhythms has earned him a dedicated fan base across the region and beyond. At Blankets & Wine, he’ll be sharing the stage with an impressive roster of African talent, further cementing his place as one of the continent’s artists to watch.

 Joshua Baraka, Ugandan singer-songwriter in Kenya ahead of his perfomance at the Blankets & Wine Festival on Sunday. The multi-talented star is set to join an incredible lineup of performers for an unforgettable experience at Laureate Gardens, Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani.

A Lineup Like No Other

This year’s Live Stage lineup includes Billy Black, Flier, Zaituni, We Are Nubia, and Kenya’s very own Chimano. Energy will keep building with Toxic Lyrikali, paving the way for Joshua Baraka’s dynamic set, before global superstar Tems closes the night.

Over at the Onja Onja Stage, the festival promises an eclectic soundscape with acts like Coco Kahi, Akoth Jumadi, Mr Lu*, Ite, Santa, Bune, and DJ sessions from DJ IV, Ghedi, Hiribae, and DJ Paps taking the party into the early morning hours.

Kenyan singer-songwriter, Bensoul, and Joshua Baraka, Ugandan singer-songwriter take to the mic during Joshua Baraka’s rehearsals ahead of this Sunday’s Blankets & Wine festival in Nairobi.

Nairobi Awaits

As rehearsals continue, anticipation is high for what Joshua Baraka will bring to the Blankets & Wine experience. His arrival adds another layer of excitement to a festival that has become a cultural staple, merging live music, food, fashion, and art in one unforgettable day.

Kenyan singer-songwriter, Bensoul, and Joshua Baraka, Ugandan singer-songwriter take to the mic during Joshua Baraka’s rehearsals ahead of this Sunday’s Blankets & Wine festival in Nairobi.

Baraka ready to showcase the vibrancy of Uganda’s new sound, tomorrow shaping up to be a defining moment for East African music lovers.

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