Johannesburg, South Africa, February 16, 2024 – Laugh Africa Comedy Festival and
Showmax are set to get tongues wagging with “The Showmax Roast of Minnie Dlamini.”
Scheduled for Friday, 5th of April at the Sandton Convention Centre, this event marks Minnie
Dlamini’s debut in the world of comedy roasts. Anticipated to be a night of humour and jeering,
Dlamini looks forward to a lighthearted take on her illustrious career and personal anecdotes.
Minnie Dlamini shares her enthusiasm, “I ended off the year with my show ‘Curated’ on Mzansi
Magic, embracing humour about myself and societal happenings. The roast is about having fun
and not taking myself too seriously. I may also get an opportunity to dispel many of the rumours
told about me. The roast is fundamentally a celebration of my career and there’s nothing I love
more than a good laugh.”
Laura Cooke, Head of PR & Communications at Showmax, adds, “Partnering with Laugh Africa
for Minnie Dlamini’s roast aligns perfectly with our commitment to delivering unique and
compelling local content.”
The Roast will feature a star-studded lineup, and will be recorded live on the 5th April 2024, and
will air exclusively on Showmax, and scheduled to air exclusively on Showmax on the 26th April
2024.
Laugh Africa is committed to delivering a roast that not only entertains but also honors the
essence of what it means to be roasted – a celebration wrapped in humor and affection. “With
the Showmax Roast of Minnie Dlamini, we aim to curate an experience that embodies this spirit.
By selecting individuals whose journeys we admire, we ensure that each jest and jab is a
testament to their impact and our affection. This approach guarantees a roast that is as heartfelt
as it is hilarious, staying true to the tradition of roasting those held in high regard”, says Stuart
Taylor, Laugh Africa Comedy Festival Creative Director.
The Showmax Roast of Minnie Dlamini is a manifestation of the festival’s ethos, “And Still We
Laugh,” embodying the joy and relief comedy brings, especially in unpredictable times.
Highlighting Africa’s comedic mastery as a celebratory force, this roast, aligns with the festival’s
commitment to showcasing premier comedic talent.
The Laugh Africa Comedy Festival takes place from the 5th
- 7
th April 2024, at the Sandton
Convention Centre and will feature over 50 comedians across three genres – English,
Vernacular, and Afrikaans and headlined by the internationally acclaimed comedian Eddie
Griffin. The festival will feature local favorites such as Eugene Khosa,Conrad Koch & Chester
Missing, Jam Jam The Comedian and Mel Jones. The Full festival schedule is available on
Ticketpros.
