DUBAI: Nearly two decades after she performed at the pyramids, music sensation Shakira is returning to Egypt on April 7 for a one-night performance.
The Colombian singer with part-Lebanese heritage brings her “Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran” world tour to Giza after last performing at the venue in 2007.
Ahead of the concert, Shakira addressed fans on social media in Arabic, saying: “Hello, this is Shakira. I’m very happy to be performing in Egypt, at the Pyramids of Giza. I love you all. Kisses.”
The singing star also features during race weekend on April 19 at the Formula One Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. Other performers include Kygo and Pitbull.
Shakira has also been announced as the headline act for the Offlimits Music Festival, which returns to Abu Dhabi this year for its second edition. The singer will perform at Etihad Park on Yas Island on April 4 to top the bill at the full-day, multi-stage event.
One of the world’s most influential artists, Shakira has sold over 95 million records worldwide, earning four Grammy Awards and 15 Latin Grammy Awards, and is the most-streamed female Latin artist of all time.
Shakira’s return to Abu Dhabi marks her fourth time in the UAE. She previously played Dubai Autodrome in 2007 and appeared at Emirates Palace in 2008 and du Arena in 2011.
Last year’s Offlimits was headlined by Ed Sheeran and featured OneRepublic, Kaiser Chiefs, Faithless, ARTBAT, Fun Lovin’ Criminals, and Zeyne.











