Following a sold-out Sahraoui Summer Special, Folktales returns to Jamboree with the second chapter of their 2026 journey <3 “When in Accra…” is a celebration of the enduring cultural ties between West Africa and the Afro-diaspora — a musical voyage tracing rhythms from the Gold Coast to Bahia, from Accra to Rio, from ancestral memory to the spirit.

OPTIONAL DRESS CODE: Accra 1970’s Highlife Party. A LOVE LETTER FROM ACCRA TO THE DIASPORA

HEADLINER: OKAILEY

Hailing from Ghana, Okailey bring a powerful 10-piece ensemble steeped in the rich traditions of Highlife, Afrobeat and Afro-Rock. With soaring horns, infectious rhythms and irresistible energy, their music captures the heartbeat of modern Accra while honouring the sounds that shaped generations across West connection.

OPENING PERFORMANCE: HAKIM THE PHOENIX ft. U5

Afro-Fusion artist, dancer and producer Hakim The Phoenix opens the evening with a captivating blend of Afrobeats, soul, rhythm and storytelling. Exploring themes of spirituality, consciousness and the human experience, his performances blur the boundaries between music, movement and diaspora.

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