Rema is officially headed to one of Africaโ€™s biggest music festivals.

The Afrobeats star has been announced as part of the lineup for the 2026 edition of the Mawazine Festival, set to take place in Rabat, Morocco from June 19โ€“27. ย 

Rema to Headline OLM Souissi Stage

According to festival organizers, Rema will perform on the prestigious OLM Souissi Stage on June 24 the venue traditionally reserved for major international stars. ย 

The festival is expected to feature:

  • over 90 acts
  • seven stages
  • millions of attendees across Rabat and neighboring cities. ย 

A Major Global Stage for Afrobeats

Mawazine has previously hosted global stars including:

  • Rihanna
  • Jennifer Lopez
  • Usher
  • Wizkid
  • 50 Cent. ย 

Rema joining that list further highlights Afrobeatsโ€™ continued expansion into major global festival spaces.

Another Big Year for Rema

The announcement adds to an already massive run for the singer, who has continued building international momentum following:

  • global touring success
  • streaming milestones
  • and crossover hits like Calm Down.

Rema has also recently been linked to major global events, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup opening ceremony.

Rabat. Mawazine.
Another huge international stage for Afrobeats.

Remaโ€™s upcoming performance at Mawazine is another sign that African artists are no longer just appearing at global festivals, theyโ€™re becoming central attractions.

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