ESSENCE Festival Durban 2016 - Essence

ESSENCE Festival Durban

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The Ultimate Playlist Of Jill Scott's Best Collaborations To Get You Ready For Her Verzuz Battle

Jilly from Philly is going head-to-head against Erykah Badu on Saturday night.

ESSENCE Festival Durban Oct 20, 2017

BeyGOOD's Ivy McGregor Shares Her Inspiring Story At ESSENCE Fest Durban 2017

The head of Beyonce's philantropic extension brings words of encouragement and affirmation to the people of South Africa.

ESSENCE Festival Durban Oct 5, 2017

ESSENCE Festival Durban 2017: 22 Amazing Photos Of Everything You Missed In South Africa

A celebration of culture, sisterhood and music like no other, here's a look at everything that went down at ESSENCE Fest Durban.

ESSENCE Festival Durban Oct 3, 2017

Womanhood, Legacy And Freedom: A Conversation With Jill Scott In South Africa

Jilly from Philly chats with ESSENCE just before hitting the stage to headline the 2017 ESSENCE Festival in Durban.

ESSENCE Festival Durban Oct 2, 2017

TD Jakes And Joyous Celebration Close Out ESSENCE Fest Durban With A Bang

Here's a look at a few of our favorite moments from Bishop Jakes and the Joyous Celebration choir's electrifying performance in South Africa.

Beauty Oct 2, 2017

The Best Beauty Looks from ESSENCE Festival Durban

International hair and beauty inspiration.

ESSENCE Festival Durban Sep 29, 2017

The ESSENCE Fest Durban Women's Empowerment Breakfast Celebrated Excellence & Sisterhood In South Africa

Hear about everything you missed as the ladies of South African gathered for an unforgettable morning of empowerment.

ESSENCE Festival Durban Sep 28, 2017

ESSENCE Festival Durban Kicks Off With A Meeting of Africa’s Best Business Minds

A wealth of knowledge, inspiration and leadership tips from the Durban Business Fair got things off to a great start in South Africa.

ESSENCE Festival Durban Sep 19, 2017

Reverend Al Sharpton Has A Personal Message About His Upcoming Appearance At ESSENCE Fest Durban

Watch the Reverend share what he has in store for South Africa as the keynote speaker for our international edition of ESSENCE Festival.

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ESSENCE Festival Durban Sep 28, 2017

ESSENCE Festival Durban Kicks Off With A Meeting of Africa’s Best Business Minds

A wealth of knowledge, inspiration and leadership tips from the Durban Business Fair got things off to a great start in South Africa.

ESSENCE Festival Durban Sep 19, 2017

Reverend Al Sharpton Has A Personal Message About His Upcoming Appearance At ESSENCE Fest Durban

Watch the Reverend share what he has in store for South Africa as the keynote speaker for our international edition of ESSENCE Festival.

ESSENCE Festival Durban Sep 13, 2017

What To Wear When In South Africa For ESSENCE Fest Durban 2017

Our official ambassador Nomzamo Mbatha shares all the crucial tips for how to keep your style on point during ESSENCE Festival Durban!

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ESSENCE Festival Durban Nov 10, 2016

Yolanda Adams Looks To Worshipping with South Africans on Sunday

This will be the first time the gospel giant will perform in Durban.

ESSENCE Festival Durban Nov 8, 2016

4 Major Gems On How to Succeed Against the Odds From Steve Harvey

Get your keys to success from ESSENCE Fest's man of the hour.

ESSENCE Festival Durban Nov 8, 2016

Seven Moving Life Lessons From Essence Fest Durban Speaker Tina Knowles-Lawson

Before her daughters became world famous, Tina Knowles she was a wife, business owner and the creative mind behind Destiny's Child's most memorable fashion moments. Now she imparts her secrets for a happy life and a long successful career.

ESSENCE Festival Durban Nov 7, 2016

How Fitness Pro Shaun T Found His Passion

The wellness expert explains his fitness philosophy, how exercise helped him believe in himself and how to have a long-lasting career.

Videos Nov 7, 2016

These Are All Of The Ways To Say “Hello” in South Africa

Heading to the first-ever ESSENCE Festival Durban this week? Then you’re in for a ton of good vibes and good times! In preparation for the ultimate cultural immersion let these popular South African artists spotted at the MTV Africa Music Awards teach you how to say “hello” in a few South African languages.

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ESSENCE Festival Durban Nov 2, 2016