The Laugh Africa Comedy Festival, presented by Savanna and Showmax and takes placefrom 2 to 4 May 2025 at the Sandton Convention Centre. This groundbreaking event is set to transcend borders, languages, and cultures under the banner of laughter, with some of the best comedians from South Africa and around the globe.
Boasting 4 performance areas and close to 50 local and Pan African comics, the Laugh Africa Comedy Festival will be one of the largest stand-up showcases in the country.

A Celebration of Resilience Through Humour
The festival has a bigger purpose than entertainment: to provide joy and relief in unpredictable times. As such, the tagline for Laugh Africa is ‘And Still We Laugh’. Comedy is Africa’s secret weapon – a tool for celebration, resilience, and unity.
Stuart Taylor, comedy veteran and the festival’s Creative Director, adds, ‘We’re redefining comedy festivals in South Africa. This isn’t just a show; it’s a three-day journey through laughter, from local talents to international acts. There’s something for everyone!’

Stream the Laugh Africa Comedy Festival on Showmax
Showmax, as the official streaming partner, is set to capture the festival’s magic with a 13-part comedy stand-up series and a 90-minute roast, on its powerful new tech platform.
Cost: From R425pp for General Access t R3250pp for a VIP experience. Tickets available on Ticketpro
When: Running from 2 to 4 May 2025
Where: Sandton Convention Centre, 161 Maude St, Sandown, Sandton
Website: laugh-africa.com
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: @laugh_africacomedyfest
Facebook: @LaughAfricaComdeyFest