Dua Lipa in South Africa
British singer Dua Lipa has made her debut in South Africa, joining a slew of international artists who have visited the country. She appeared to fully embrace the experience during her time there.
The artist shared updates from her inaugural journey to Mzansi on social media, presenting images and thoughts that quickly resonated with her South African audience.
In a post on Instagram, Dua Lipa noted that her trip was primarily for work, yet she emphasized that it did not prevent her from enjoying her time in the country.
Along with images from Cape Town, she expressed how much enjoyment she derived from exploring the landscape, referring to her experiences as a combination of work and her so-called “fun side quests.”
The content immediately struck a chord with locals, who were excited to witness the artist’s first experience of South Africa.
Her comment section was filled with warm messages, delight, and a sense of pride from South Africans, with some humorously suggesting that she belongs there.
One fan enthusiastically inquired, “So when is the #CapeTown concert? 🙌 love you! 🫶,” while another commented, “Dua Lipa in South Africa? 😭.”
In a characteristic gesture, a fan even assigned her a local name, saying, “Welcome skhokho. Your NEW NAME is Dudu Lipa short for DUDUZILE which is Zulu. Sho 🇿🇦🔥,” referencing the tradition of South Africans affectionately renaming visiting stars.
