Here’s what went down at YX24
Stepping out of the heart of Joburg and into the kaleidoscope of music that YX24 had to offer was a sensory experience like no other. Prisms of strobe lights and dazzling personalities collided to create a festival that celebrated what it means to be young (and young at heart).
YX24 experience
From saucy chips and wors rolls to bao buns and chicken strips, we made sure our party people were fuelled for the festival of the season. YX24 kicked off at 12:00 with AnchorBee DJ opening the main stage with an insane set.
We were thrilled by the main stage and the VIP tents. The bar and food court made for convenient refuelling stops at the back. The second phase of the event, for those who wanted to give their dancing shoes a break, was a creative section to get arty and have some fun with paints, plus a gaming area, boerie roll station and Grade Africa YouthX merch.
YouthX 2024 award winners
Kitted out in YouthX by Nedbank x Grade Africa’s hottest drip, Nedbank’s Executive Head of Integrated Marketing and Experience, Nthabiseng Matshekga, showed off her dance moves on stage as she handed over the YouthX Awards to this year’s winners.
Brandon Keagile Mashaba, the mastermind behind Reagile Gaming Interactions, took first place and a R200,000 grand cash prize. Second place went to Asivile Mondile of Modil_Air, and in joint third place were Queen Malinda of Ndzilo Fire Solutions and 3D-vision’s Akhona Mtongana. See below for all the winners profiles.
YX24 line-up
The awards set the stage for the rest of the night. As the sun set, the crowd’s energy soared, and the festival grounds thundered with excitement. Lights dazzled and bodies moved to the pulse of the music in the air, creating an unforgettable night at Joburg’s iconic Constitution Hill.
The talented line-up included Shakes & Les, Nkosazana Daughter, LeeMcKrazy, KMAT and many other brilliant artists to make the night magical. Eclectic musical fusions had the crowd vibing to mixes of amapiano, hip-hop and Afro-tech.
More than just a music festival
But the YX24 festival was about so much more than just good vibes and great music. It was a celebration of the triumphs that youth in South Africa have achieved – from overcoming socioeconomic challenges to adapting to the constant shifts needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
The sold-out festival highlighted the resilience, creativity, and determination of South African youth. It was a testament to their ability to innovate, inspire, and lead the way towards a brighter future. It was an event to remember.
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