Coachella 2026 has lined up a strong African cast.
With headliners such as Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, and Karol G on the roster, Coachella 2026 promises something for everyone.
Taking place at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California, the festival will once again stretch across two weekends (April 10–12 and April 17–19) bringing together some of the biggest names across genres, continents, and cultures.
Among the standout names is Nigerian megastar Davido, who will perform on both Saturdays, April 11 and April 18.
Known for his high-octane performances and global hits like Fall, If and Unavailable, this marks his long-awaited debut at Coachella.
The performance comes on the heels of his 5IVE Alive Tour, which kicked off in July 2025.
Also joining the bill is PinkPantheress, the British-Kenyan singer whose pop and viral tracks have earned her a devoted following.
Set to perform on the same Saturdays as Davido, April 11 and 18, this will be her first Coachella appearance.
Adding to the African-diaspora lineup is Little Simz, the British-Nigerian rapper and actress whose career has soared from cult favourite to global recognition.
Simz will take the stage on both Sundays, April 12 and 19. With critically acclaimed albums and her standout role in Netflix’s Top Boy, she arrives at Coachella as one of the most versatile performers of her generation, straddling the worlds of hip hop, acting, and activism.
For any artist, Coachella is not just another gig; it is a statement.
The festival has long been a career milestone for artists, with surprise guest appearances, viral moments, and global press coverage often cementing legacies.