Ye — formerly known as Kanye West — has officially postponed his much‑publicised Johannesburg concert, originally scheduled for 13 December 2025. Organisers say the show isn’t cancelled entirely, but being reworked — expanded into a larger, more ambitious “Yeezy‑led production.”
🎬 What the Statement Says
In a statement released by Yeezy LLC via manager Peter Jideonwo, the team confirmed:
“Ye’s Johannesburg performance is being expanded into a larger Yeezy‑led production in South Africa.”
Because of the revamp — which will include broadcast plans as well as live performance — the 13 December date will no longer stand. All ticket‑holders will receive full refunds through the official ticketing partner, TicketPro.
According to the statement, Ye remains committed to performing on the African continent, and a new date, venue and production details will be revealed in the coming days via his verified channels.
⚠️ Why the Concert Was Postponed: Organiser Shake‑Up & Doubts
The postponement comes after growing public skepticism and repeated silence from the show’s initial organiser, Monyake Group. Reports indicate Monyake hasn’t provided updates since October 2025 — prompting concern from fans and media.
Allegations emerged of non‑compliance: according to local reporting, Monyake failed to meet payment obligations under its agreement with Yeezy LLC, casting serious doubt on the event’s viability.
In light of these issues, Yeezy LLC officially severed ties with Monyake for this project. The entire concert has now been transferred to “Yeezy Production,” which will handle all future planning and execution.
📉 Ticket Sales, Public Concern, and Growing Fan Skepticism
Compounding the uncertainty, ticket sales reportedly lagged significantly — with only about 6,000 tickets sold, according to sources familiar with the event.
Social‑media commentary reflected frustration and distrust. Many fans described the original plans as “unrealistic” or “too good to be true,” calling out the lack of communication from promoters and demanding refunds.
Similar Cancellation in Brazil
The postponement in South Africa follows a comparable development elsewhere: the show that Ye had scheduled for 29 November 2025 in Brazil was also cancelled just days before the date. The original venue — a racetrack in São Paulo — pulled out, reportedly due to logistical and political constraints around accommodating Ye’s performance.
This pattern highlights a broader trend: mounting complexity for global megastars trying to stage concerts in multiple countries — especially when concerts involve controversial figures, high production demands, or shaky promoter relationships.
What This Means: Bigger Production — But Will It Happen?
With Yeezy LLC stepping in directly, there’s a chance this concert could still become a landmark event — perhaps even more spectacular than originally planned. The promise of a broadcast component signals ambition beyond the usual stadium show.
But the circumstances also raise serious questions:
Can the “new team + new production plan” deliver on revised promises in a short time?
Will sceptical fans buy into another ticket sale, or has trust already been lost?
Will local authorities, sponsors and logistical partners cooperate, given recent cancellations and controversies?
For now, fans will have to wait. Yeezy LLC says updates — including new date and venue — will drop soon via Ye’s official platforms. Until then, the upcoming Johannesburg concert remains in limbo: ambitious in vision, uncertain in execution.
