Uganda’s Ghetto Kids to Share the Stage with Shakira at the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show

Global pop icon Shakira has officially invited Uganda's world-famous Triplet Ghetto Kids to perform alongside her during the FIFA World Cup Final halftime show, adding another powerful African touch to what is already shaping up to be one of the tournament's biggest entertainment spectacles.

In a video message shared with fans, Shakira revealed that she wanted the halftime performance to feel like a celebration of global culture, music, and dance.

As part of that vision, she confirmed that the energetic Ugandan dance group would join her on stage, bringing their signature choreography and infectious energy to millions of viewers around the world.

The performance is expected to feature "Dai Dai," the official anthem of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a vibrant collaboration between Shakira and Nigerian superstar Burna Boy. The song has already generated excitement among fans for blending Latin pop rhythms with Afro-fusion influences, symbolizing the tournament's increasingly global cultural identity.

For the Triplet Ghetto Kids, the invitation marks another major milestone in an extraordinary journey that began on the streets of Kampala.

This group was founded by Dauda Kavuma and the dance group collectively rose from humble beginnings to become one of Africa's most recognizable performance groups. Over the years, their talent, charisma, and storytelling through dance have earned them international admiration.

The group first captured worldwide attention after appearing in French Montana's hit music video

"Unforgettable," a performance that introduced millions to their raw energy and creativity.

Since then, they have continued to break boundaries, performing during celebrations at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar and reaching the finals of Britain's Got Talent, where they won hearts across the globe.

Their upcoming appearance at the World Cup Final is more than just another performance; it represents the growing influence of African creativity on the world stage.

From music and dance to fashion and entertainment, African talent is increasingly shaping global pop culture and the 2026 World Cup is embracing that reality in full force.

The tournament itself is already assembling a remarkable lineup of African stars. Nigerian hitmaker Rema and South African sensation Tyla are both expected to perform at the opening ceremony scheduled for 12 June at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, adding even more continental flavor to the month-long football celebration.

Meanwhile, Burna Boy's involvement in the official anthem further cements Afrobeats' dominance as one of the world's fastest-growing music movements.

The FIFA World Cup Final, set for 19 July at the New York New Jersey Stadium, is expected to attract hundreds of millions of viewers worldwide. Shakira will reportedly co-headline the halftime show alongside Madonna and global K-pop phenomenon BTS, creating an entertainment lineup as international as the tournament itself.

But for many African fans, one of the most emotional moments may come when the Ghetto Kids step onto that stage, a beautiful reminder that talent from the streets of Kampala and Africa can captivate the whole world.

From Uganda to the biggest sporting event on the planet, the journey of the Ghetto Kids is quickly becoming one of the most inspiring stories of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.