TxC, Davido, Shoday & Scotts Maphuma Perform “Nakupenda” Live in London with Zlatan & Al Xapo
The global connection between Afrobeats and South African Amapiano takes centre stage as TxC, Davido, Shoday and Scotts Maphuma deliver a live performance of their collaborative hit, “Nakupenda,” featuring Zlatan and Al Xapo.
Originally released on December 12, 2025, “Nakupenda” brings together artists from Nigeria and South Africa over lively Amapiano-inspired production, blending catchy melodies, playful lyrics and energetic rhythms. The collaboration features Nigerian stars Davido, Shoday and Zlatan alongside South African talents Scotts Maphuma and Al Xapo, with TxC leading the record. The song’s title means “I love you” in Swahili. ”
The London performance gives fans another opportunity to experience the cross-border collaboration in a live setting. With its mix of Afrobeats vocals and Amapiano grooves, “Nakupenda” brings together different sounds from across the continent on one record.
Watch TxC, Davido, Shoday and Scotts Maphuma perform “Nakupenda” live in London, featuring Zlatan and Al Xapo, in the video below.
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