Everton Mlalazi’s Celestial Chorus Tour Becomes a Cross-Border Gospel Celebration
Multi-award-winning gospel artist Everton Mlalazi says the Zimbabwe Seventh-Day Adventist (SDA) choir’s Celestial Chorus Tour is transforming into a major regional celebration of faith, unity and worship. The tour has grown beyond a local musical showcase to a cross-border gathering that attracts gospel lovers from across southern Africa. Speaking ahead of the highly anticipated concert tomorrow at the Big Top Arena in Carnival City, Johannesburg, Mlalazi highlighted how the event continues to evolve as both a spiritual and musical experience. Fans can expect inspiring performances that combine exceptional talent with powerful messages of hope and devotion. The tour’s growing reputation has made it a highlight in the regional gospel calendar.
The concert is free of charge, made possible by the Bridging Gaps Foundation, led by businessman Kudakwashe Tagwirei and his wife Sandra, who have generously covered all associated costs. Mlalazi emphasized that this support ensures the event is accessible to all, allowing people from diverse backgrounds to come together without worrying about ticket prices. He described the tour as more than just music, noting that it now serves as a platform for uniting worshippers and gospel enthusiasts. The combination of accessibility, high-quality performances and a sense of shared purpose has helped the event attract growing audiences each year. For many attendees, the Celestial Chorus Tour offers a rare opportunity to experience gospel music in a setting that prioritizes community and worship over commercial considerations.
Mlalazi is set to present his latest offering, In His Presence 3: Great God, which has already drawn attention beyond Zimbabwe’s borders. Recent shows in neighbouring countries, including Zambia, demonstrated the album’s broad appeal and the enthusiastic response from regional audiences. The tour’s 2026 edition will feature a 100-piece symphonic band, adding a grand orchestral layer to the performances. This combination of vocal talent and instrumental richness elevates the concert, giving attendees an immersive musical experience. Mlalazi emphasized that the integration of symphonic arrangements with gospel rhythms strengthens the emotional and spiritual impact of the performances.
The concert will bring together a star-studded line-up of Zimbabwean and South African gospel artists, creating a dynamic cross-border celebration of faith. South African performers include Lebo Sekgobela, Nontokozo Mkhize, Dumi Mkokstad, Sindi Ntombela and Mthunzi Namba. Zimbabwean artists sharing the stage include Sharon Cherayi, Janet Manyowa, Peniel Tambama, Rudo Madindi, Mpumi Mtsweni, Fisani Masinga, Natasha Mlalazi, Petronella Sengwayo, Tawanda Midzi, Precious Marimbire, Mmatema, In Accord and Canaan Nyathi. Each artist brings a unique style and energy, ensuring a diverse and engaging program that highlights both traditional and contemporary gospel sounds. This extensive line-up reflects the tour’s focus on collaboration, unity and the celebration of faith through music.
For many gospel music followers, the Celestial Chorus Tour is more than a concert; it is a spiritual encounter where voices, instruments and hearts unite in worship. The event continues to grow as a platform for both seasoned and emerging artists to connect with audiences across the region. With the combination of world-class performances, symphonic accompaniment and accessible entry, the tour has cemented its place as a major highlight in southern Africa’s gospel scene. Everton Mlalazi’s vision of creating an inclusive, cross-border gathering of faith through music is clearly coming to fruition. Attendees can expect a night of powerful worship, emotional resonance and unforgettable performances that exemplify the unifying power of gospel music.
