Afrikaans · Rock

Karen Zoid

South African rock's enduring voice.

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Hometown

South Africa

Genre

Afrikaans

Upcoming

15 shows

About

Karen Zoid is one of South Africa's most acclaimed rock musicians — a singer, songwriter and guitarist widely credited with reinvigorating Afrikaans rock when she broke through in 2001 with the hit 'Afrikaners is Plesierig'. Known for her powerful voice, sharp songwriting and commanding stage presence, she has released numerous albums in both Afrikaans and English and earned a shelf of South African Music Awards. Beyond music she has hosted the popular TV talk-and-music show 'Republiek van Zoid Afrika', cementing her status as a cultural figure. She remains a major live performer and a respected elder stateswoman of South African rock.

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When was Karen Zoid born?

Karen Zoid was born on 10 August 1978.

How old is Karen Zoid?

Karen Zoid is 47 — born on 10 August 1978, and turns 48 on 10 August 2026.

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Catch them live

FRI 25 SEPTZoid Spawn Karen Zoid — NG Kerk Melkbosstrand, Cape TownTickets

SAT 26 SEPTZoid Spawn Karen Zoid — NG Kerk Melkbosstrand, Cape TownTickets

SAT 03 OCTMelkfest VI Van Pletzen — SuperSport Park Cricket Stadium, CenturionTickets

MON 05 OCTZoid Spawn Karen Zoid — HMS Bloemhof-sentrum, StellenboschTickets

FRI 09 OCTFrancois van Coke en Vriende 2026 Francois van Coke — SunBet Arena, PretoriaTickets

WED 14 OCTKaren Zoid in ZOID SPAWN Karen Zoid — Pieter Toerien Montecasino Main Theatre, JohannesburgTickets

THU 15 OCTKaren Zoid in ZOID SPAWN Karen Zoid — Pieter Toerien Montecasino Main Theatre, JohannesburgTickets

FRI 16 OCTKaren Zoid in ZOID SPAWN Karen Zoid — Pieter Toerien Montecasino Main Theatre, JohannesburgTickets

SAT 17 OCTKaren Zoid in ZOID SPAWN Karen Zoid — Pieter Toerien Montecasino Main Theatre, JohannesburgTickets

SUN 18 OCTKaren Zoid in ZOID SPAWN Karen Zoid — Pieter Toerien Montecasino Main Theatre, JohannesburgTickets

TUE 17 NOVKaren Zoid in ZOID SPAWN Karen Zoid — Theatre on the Bay, Cape TownTickets

WED 18 NOVKaren Zoid in ZOID SPAWN Karen Zoid — Theatre on the Bay, Cape TownTickets

THU 19 NOVKaren Zoid in ZOID SPAWN Karen Zoid — Theatre on the Bay, Cape TownTickets

FRI 20 NOVKaren Zoid in ZOID SPAWN Karen Zoid — Theatre on the Bay, Cape TownTickets

SAT 21 NOVKaren Zoid in ZOID SPAWN Karen Zoid — Theatre on the Bay, Cape TownTickets

What did I miss? (4)

SAT 05 SEPTZoid Psalm Karen Zoid — NG Kerk Knysna, KnysnaTickets

FRI 04 SEPTZoid Psalm Karen Zoid — NG Kerk Knysna, KnysnaTickets

SAT 25 JULKaren Zoid — Daisy Jones Bar, StellenboschTickets

SAT 18 JULKaren Zoid Live at Lourensford Karen Zoid — Lourensford Wine Estate, Somerset WestTickets

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