South Africa’s first three-day gospel camping festival to launch on November 28
Gauteng Gospel Explosion expects 10,000 attendees for an unprecedented weekend of music, worship, and outdoor adventure at ZwartkopLapa Resort
By City Life Arts Writer
South Africa’s gospel music scene is about to experience something entirely new. The Gauteng Gospel Explosion at the Gardens becomes the country’s first-ever multi-day camping gospel festival when it opens November 28-30, 2025, at ZwartkopLapa Resort.
With an expected 10,000 attendees, comprehensive security arrangements, and a line-up featuring 24 of South Africa’s leading gospel artists, the event represents a bold new format for faith-based entertainment in the country.
Three Days of Worship, Music, and Community: Friday, November 28: Camping Under the Stars
The festival launches Friday evening as campers settle into ZwartkopLapa Resort’s campsite for a night of acoustic worship and fellowship. Artists including Snare Ncalu will perform alongside a DJ, creating an intimate opening to the weekend. In partnership with the Official Host City, the City of Tshwane, the first 50 registered campers will have access to a complimentary guided hiking experience.
Saturday, November 29: The Main Event
The festival reaches its crescendo on Saturday with 24 award-winning gospel artists and six dynamic MCs performing throughout the day. The roster includes gospel legends and breakthrough artists: Franna Benade, Lebo Sekgobela, Zaretha van Wyk, Khaya Mthethwa, Ruan Josh, Ayanda Ntanzi, Solly Mahlangu, Paul K, Stella, Puleng March, SelloMalete, Rhoda, Hellen Vokal, Busi Mnguni, John Grace, Sipho Shepherd, JejeMosia, Jabu Nkosi and Teboho Moruti MCs—Mazondi, Janine van Niekerk, Koki Moff, and Sibongile Mofokeng—alongside Ditsebe.com and Tshepi M will host.
Beyond the main stage, attendees can browse vendor stalls featuring local entrepreneurs and small businesses, while children enjoy a dedicated play area complete with slides and foam baths.
Sunday, November 30: Departure
Campers depart Sunday, concluding South Africa’s inaugural camping gospel festival experience.
Safety and Community at the Core
“We went through an extensive process to curate this year’s lineup,” says Festival Project ManagerMr.Peter Maruping “We looked at who’s making waves in the gospel scene and who truly represents the diversity of our nation. This year’s lineup represents every demographic—not just one group, but all people united through worship.”
Security has been prioritized with private security teams working alongside the South African Police Service (SAPS) and other law enforcement agencies to ensure attendee safety throughout the three-day event.
A Movement Beyond Music
The Gauteng Gospel Explosion positions itself as more than entertainment—it’s a catalyst for unity, worship, and economic empowerment across South Africa’s diverse communities.
“This isn’t just another event—it’s a movement of unity, worship, and economic empowerment,” Marupingemphasizes. The festival creates opportunities for small businesses, local vendors, and emerging artists while bringing together people of all colours, languages, and backgrounds from the City of Tshwane and beyond.
Event Details
What: Gauteng Gospel Explosion at the Gardens (South Africa’s First Camping Gospel Festival)
When: November 28-30, 2025
- Friday: Camping opens with acoustic worship
- Saturday: Main festival (10,000 expected attendees)
- Sunday: Camp departure
Where:ZwartkopLapa Resort, Centurion, Gauteng
Tickets: Tickets can be purchased at Computicket. Tickets are from R50 to R2500(VVIP)
Website:Book Tickets Here
Special Experiences:
- Overnight camping (Friday-Sunday)
- Free guided hiking for first 50 campers (City of Tshwane partnership)
- Vendor marketplace
- Children’s play area with slides and foam baths
About His Will Productions (Pty) Ltd
His Will Productions (Pty) Ltd, established in 2014, events company dedicated exclusively to gospel entertainment. The organization’s mission is to create accessible, high-quality gospel experiences that unite communities across South Africa’s diverse demographics. Having navigated the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, His Will Productions has worked with numerous leading gospel artists and continues to innovate within the faith-based entertainment sector. The Gauteng Gospel Explosion at the Gardens marks the company’s most ambitious project to date and its first multi-day camping festival format.