DAR ES SALAAM, Oct. 25 -- SAUTI za Busara will use its 2027 edition to raise awareness of childrens rights and well-being, placing young people at the centre of its celebration of African music and culture under the theme “Let Them Shine”.

The 24th edition of the festival, scheduled for March 19-21, 2027, in Stone Town, Zanzibar, will be supported by UNICEF as organisers seek to use music as a platform to promote childrens rights, inspire action and highlight the importance of giving every child an opportunity to learn, grow and succeed.

The initiative adds a social advocacy dimension to the festival, which has spent more than two decades connecting African artists with audiences while celebrating the continents musical dive...