Zakes Bantwini Inks Major Deal as Corona’s Brand Ambassador for Africa

The King of Dance is officially adding another massive accomplishment to his already legendary resume. South African electronic music heavyweight and Grammy-winner Zakes Bantwini has just been named the new face of Corona in Africa. The highly anticipated Zakes Bantwini Corona Brand Ambassador partnership is way more than just a standard celebrity endorsement; it is a major cultural moment that celebrates our homegrown talent dominating global stages.

As he takes his electrifying sound across Europe for his summer tour, this collaboration is perfectly timed to merge his musical journey with Corona’s globally celebrated lifestyle philosophy. From intimate sunsets to massive festival stages, Bantwini is actively showing the world exactly what African creativity looks and sounds like.

Taking African Electronic Music to the World

If you have followed his career, you know that Bantwini has spent over two decades elevating African dance music into a global force. Now, as he hits major European cities like Palma de Mallorca, Lisbon, Hamburg, and Berlin, before shutting it down at the iconic Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE), Corona will be right there with him. Fans will even get an exclusive look into his life on the road through an upcoming Instagram series titled “Golden Hour – on the Road With Zakes Bantwini,” which will be followed by a documentary-style movie on YouTube.

For the platinum-selling producer, carrying the South African flag is the ultimate priority:

“Wherever I perform, I carry South Africa with me. Whether I’m playing in Europe or at home, I want people to experience our music, our culture and our way of life. Corona’s ‘This Is Living’ philosophy reflects how I’ve always tried to live, by taking time to step outside, reconnect with nature and appreciate the moments that inspire creativity.”

The “This Is Living” Philosophy Meets Mayonie Open Air

This partnership is not just focused on his international moves. Back home in Mzansi, the collaboration will take center stage through Bantwini’s own festival property, Mayonie Open Air. Corona will step in as the Official Beer Partner for the Durban and Johannesburg editions, promising fans an unforgettable sunset experience where music, outdoor culture, and authentic connection collide.

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At a time when modern adults spend almost 95% of their lives indoors, the brand’s core mission is to encourage people to step away from the daily routine and embrace nature. Vaughan Croeser, Vice President of Marketing at South African Breweries, perfectly captured why the “Osama” hitmaker is the ideal fit: “His global success, entrepreneurial spirit and authentic connection to culture make him the perfect person to become Corona’s Brand Ambassador. Together, we’re celebrating a lifestyle built on meaningful experiences, nature and living life outside.”

Are you planning to catch the King of Dance at the next Mayonie Open Air? Let us know in the comments below! Be sure to follow his European tour updates and stream his massive catalog on Spotify to keep the Mzansi energy high.