Concert Economics – The Chris Brown concert contribution to the local economy

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GUEST – Barba Gaoganediwe - Chief Marketing Officer at the Gauteng Tourism Authority.

On 14 and 15 December, Chris Brown delivered an electrifying performance at the FNB Stadium in Johannesburg, etching his name into history by performing for a record-breaking crowd of over 92,000 fans. According to the Gauteng Tourism Authority , the concert attracted over 190,000 fans, generating R900 million for the local and promoting tourism, culture, and global events this festive season.
17 Dec 2024 1PM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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