Music fans in Nairobi are preparing for a throwback celebration of Bongo music as Old School Bongo 6.0 takes place on 5 April 2026 at Cavalli @ The Manor.
The daytime event is scheduled to begin at 2:00 PM, bringing together audiences interested in classic East African party music and performances from leading regional artists.
The show will be headlined by Tanzanian singer Harmonize, a prominent performer in the Bongo Flava scene.
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A Throwback to Classic Bongo Hits
Old School Bongo events focus on songs that shaped the early and mid-2010s Bongo Flava era, a period when Tanzanian urban music gained wider popularity across East Africa.
Organizers say the Nairobi edition will combine nostalgic playlists with live performances and DJ sets centered on classic tracks.
Event highlights include:
- A live performance by Harmonize
- DJ sets featuring classic Bongo Flava songs
- A daytime party starting at 2PM
- A mix of Tanzanian and Kenyan urban music culture
Promotional material for the show invites fans to revisit the music that defined the genre’s peak years.
“Step into the vibes of the past at Old School Bongo 6.0.”
Harmonize and His Regional Popularity
Harmonise, whose real name is Rajabu Abdulkahali Ibrahim, rose to regional prominence in 2015 following the release of the single “Aiyola.”
The track gained significant airplay across Tanzania and Kenya and introduced the singer to a broader East African audience.
Key milestones in his career include:
- Signing with Wasafi Classic Baby, a Tanzanian record label founded by Diamond Platnumz
- Releasing several regional hits across Bongo Flava and Afropop
- Launching Konde Music Worldwide in 2019, his independent record label
Since establishing the label, Harmonize has continued to release music and perform across East Africa, maintaining a consistent presence at concerts and nightlife events.
harmonize // Instagram
Nairobi’s Role in Regional Music Events
Nairobi has become a major hub for cross-border entertainment events featuring artists from across East Africa. Tanzanian performers, particularly those associated with the Bongo Flava genre, regularly attract audiences in Kenyan venues.
Concert promoters have increasingly organised shows that blend Tanzanian music with Kenya’s urban entertainment scene, drawing fans from both countries.
Old School Bongo 6.0 forms part of this growing trend, bringing one of Tanzania’s recognized performers to the city while focusing on music associated with earlier Bongo Flava hits.
