South African singer and songwriter Tyla is set to kick off her A*POP World Tour on October 12 in Paris at Zenith. The tour will make its way to South Africa, with a highly anticipated show in Johannesburg initially scheduled for an outdoor space. However, organizers have announced that the concert will now take place indoors at SunBet Arena, Time Square in Pretoria, on January 9, 2027.
The change in venue and date was made to ensure a world-class production experience for concertgoers. The new indoor location also offers seated options for fans. Existing ticket holders have been reassured that their bookings remain secure, and the event date remains unchanged. The move guarantees that fans will have a unique experience.
Ticket transfers and category conversions will be made automatically, with no extra charge to fans. Original ticket purchases will be converted into equivalent venue tiers. Golden Circle ticket holders will be reassigned to Front-Zone Standing, while General Admission ticket holders will remain in General Admission. Replacement tickets will be issued via email directly from Ticketmaster South Africa within 72 hours.
The new digital passes will completely replace original Howler tickets, rendering them invalid for venue entry. Fans can claim and view their replacement tickets by checking their inbox for an email notification from Ticketmaster. They will need to follow the ticket link and log in using the same email address used for the original Howler booking.
For fans who prefer a seated experience, Ticketmaster is accepting transfer requests. They can contact Ticketmaster Help before September 28, 2026, at 3:00 pm to request a move to an equivalent-priced seated category at no extra charge. Conversions will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to venue availability.
Tyla's A*POP World Tour will visit several countries, including the Netherlands, London, Sweden, Germany, Denmark, New York, and Las Vegas. The tour schedule was announced in July, with 34 dates confirmed. Tyla has also been announced as a special guest for Bruno Mars's 2027 "The Romantic Tour" in Australia and New Zealand.
In related news, Tyla's Lagos concert was removed from the tour schedule amid boycott backlash. Nigerian content creator Solomon Buchi had called for a boycott over xenophobia concerns. Despite this, Tyla's global star power continues to rise, with her A*POP World Tour and recent Grammy wins solidifying her position as a leading artist.
Key points
- The concert has officially moved from its initial outdoor space to SunBet Arena, Time Square in Pretoria.
- Existing bookings remain secure, and the event date is unchanged.
- Tickets will automatically transfer from Howler to Ticketmaster South Africa at no extra charge.
