South African rapper Nasty C has announced his biggest African tour yet, spanning 11 countries and 17 cities, bringing his Ivyson experience to fans across the continent.
Johannesburg, South Africa – [October 8, 2025] — South African rapper, songwriter, and record producer Nsikayesizwe David Junior Ngcobo, better known as Nasty C, has unveiled what is being billed as the biggest edition of his Ivyson Tour ever: an 11-country, 17-city pan-African run that promises to bring his signature energy, musical hits, and immersive fan experience across the continent.
Born in Soweto, Gauteng, and raised in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, Nasty C has become one of the leading voices in African hip-hop. His artistry is marked by versatility, cultural authenticity, and global ambition. Having released landmark albums such as Bad Hair (2016) and Strings & Bling (2018), he has built a reputation not only in South Africa but across international markets.
In 2020, Nasty C formalized his global reach by signing an exclusive deal with Def Jam Recordings through a joint venture with Universal Music Africa, positioning him among a roster of globally respected hip-hop and urban music artists. This deal has supported his expansion into the U.S. with singles like “There They Go”, and has underpinned the vision for his forthcoming work.
The upcoming Ivyson Tour will span 11 African countries with 17 stops, featuring confirmed cities such as Abuja, Durban, Lagos, Pretoria, Windhoek, and Mbabane, among others. Uniquely, the tour is embracing a fan-driven model: through the TOORLY platform, fans across Africa can request shows in their cities, suggest local support acts, and help shape the live experience locally.
“I’ve always wanted this tour to be something more than just music—it’s about connection, culture, and giving back to the fans,” Nasty C stated. “The Ivyson Tour is my baby, and this edition lets my people decide where it goes.”
With this announcement, Nasty C reinforces his status among Africa’s most dynamic and boundary-breaking artists, eager to raise the standard for live performance and fan engagement across the continent. The tour is poised to be a landmark chapter in his career—and for African hip-hop broadly.
