MTN BUSHFIRE 2027 EARLY BIRD TICKETS SET FOR OCTOBER 23

By: Tlalane Dlamini

Eswatini’s internationally celebrated MTN Bushfire festival is gearing up for its historic 20th edition, with online Early Bird ticket sales scheduled to open at 10am on Friday, October 23, 2026.

Festival organisers have announced that pre-registration for online tickets opened on Tuesday, October 20, giving festivalgoers an opportunity to improve their chances of securing the highly sought-after discounted tickets ahead of the sales launch.

Interested buyers can pre-register via https://bit.ly/20thEditionPreReg. However, organisers have clarified that pre-registration does not guarantee access to Early Bird tickets.

In a move aimed at maintaining local access to the proudly Swati festival, discounted tickets for EmaSwati will also return through the MTN MoMo WhatsApp Marketplace. These tickets will go on sale on Friday, October 23, without requiring pre-registration. Buyers must, however, have a valid MTN MoMo account to purchase them.

MTN Eswatini will also enhance the festival experience through additional benefits for ticket holders. In celebration of the festival’s 20th anniversary, the telecommunications company will include a complimentary MTN Monthly Lula Combo with every ticket purchased, redeemable during the festival week.

As the festival’s official Wi-Fi provider, MTN Eswatini will further offer a free voucher with each ticket for access to the MTN Bushfire Wi-Fi service.

Online ticket sales will launch alongside camping packages offered by the festival’s official camping and glamping partners, allowing festivalgoers to begin planning their accommodation and overall experience ahead of the event.

The milestone 20th edition marks another significant chapter for MTN Bushfire, which has established itself as one of Africa’s major multicultural gatherings, bringing together music, arts and diverse cultural experiences.

Festivalgoers are encouraged to follow updates through the official website, www.bush-fire.com, and the MTN Bushfire social media platforms.

With Early Bird tickets expected to attract strong demand, prospective attendees are encouraged to complete pre-registration ahead of the October 23 sales launch.