[4][5][3] Mingoli Bash Festival started in early 2022 by Shadreck Kalukusha, founder of Sound Addicts, as a way to promote tourism and improve the local economy.
[6] Ku Mingoli Bash 2023 took place in Lilongwe with foreign performances from South Africa's duo of Blaq Diamond and Daliwonga who warmed up the stage for night's headline artist from Zambia, Yo Maps.
Other local artists who performed were Kell Kay, Eli Njuchi, Zeze Kingston, Gibo Pearson, Temwa, Black Missionaries Band and Tuno.
[3] Shadreck Kalukusha, the executive director of organizing partner, Sound Addict, confirmed the performances by South African rapper Casper Nyovest as well as vocalist Young Stunna who will headline musical showcase.
Some of confirmed local artists are award-winning afro-pop singer Zeze Kingstone, Lulu, Pop Young, Sean Morgan, Kelly Divine, Tay Grin, Saint and Gibo Pearson.