Dar es Salaam, Feb. 17 -- ZANZIBAR: THOUSANDS of festivalgoers packed the Old Fort Main Stage in Zanzibar on Saturday night, eagerly awaiting a performance that would define day two of Sauti za Busara.

As the clock struck midnight, the crowd erupted in anticipation, phones raised high to capture the moment as Christian Bella, the star of the night, prepared to take the stage.

From the first note, Bella had the audience in his grip. His smooth yet powerful voice soared through the warm Zanzibar air, effortlessly weaving between Kiswahili, Lingala, French and English.

More than just a singer, he was a storyteller, a maestro of emotion and a true international artist.

The diverse crowd, representing all corners of the world, responded to...