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Live 8 concerts and line-ups
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On 2 July 2005, a Live 8 concert was held at Mary Fitzgerald Square, Newtown, Johannesburg, South Africa.
The event is also referred to as "Live 8 Johannesburg", "Live 8 Jo'burg", and "Live 8 South Africa". The show was produced by Gareth Simpson of Oxfam and Brad Holmes of the Bassline Club. Artist booking was conducted by Antos Stella.
A speech was given by former South African president Nelson Mandela, who was received with a 5-minute standing ovation by the audience.
Lineup and running order
[edit]- Nelson Mandela (Host) (JB 12:00)
- Jabu Khanyile & Bayete (JB 12:25)
- Lindiwe (JB 13:15)
- Lucky Dube - "Feel Irie" (JB 13:55)
- Mahotella Queens (JB 14:35)
- Malaika - "Destiny" (JB 15:15)
- Orchestra Baobab - Medley (JB 15:45)
- Oumou Sangaré (JB 16:15)
- Zola (JB 16:50)
- Vusi Mahlasela - "When You Come Back" (JB 17:20)
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