{"id":72194,"date":"2025-06-11T20:13:45","date_gmt":"2025-06-11T20:13:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/eswatini\/all-news\/standard-bank-luju-festival-2025-opens-doors-to-traders"},"modified":"2025-06-11T20:38:40","modified_gmt":"2025-06-11T20:38:40","slug":"standard-bank-luju-festival-2025-opens-doors-to-traders","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/eswatini\/all-news\/standard-bank-luju-festival-2025-opens-doors-to-traders","title":{"rendered":"STANDARD BANK LUJU FESTIVAL 2025 OPENS DOORS TO TRADERS"},"content":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Eswatini. <\/strong><\/span>Attention all culinary creatives, craft geniuses, fashion trailblazers, and experience-makers: this is your call to shine! Trader applications are now officially open!<\/b><\/p>\n

The Standard Bank Luju Food & Lifestyle Festival 2025 is officially inviting traders to apply for the festival\u2019s vendor opportunities \u2014 and it\u2019s shaping up to be the boldest edition yet.<\/p>\n

The trader applications opened yesterday and will close on 30 June 2025. Final selection will take place on Friday, 11 July 2025,its worth highlighting that only successful applicants will be contacted.<\/p>\n

Slated for 1\u20132 August 2025 at the iconic House On Fire, Luju returns for its 7th year of celebrating Pan-African flair through food, fashion, music, and artistic expression. With more than 10,000 attendees from 23 countries in 2024, and 47 live performances lighting up five stages, Luju has become a serious highlight on Southern Africa\u2019s cultural calendar.<\/p>\n

Now, MSMEs and seasoned pros alike can get in on the action. Whether you\u2019re a master of flavours, a fashion-forward designer, or an innovator with a unique service that elevates experiences \u2014 Luju wants you.<\/p>\n

To apply: https:\/\/bit.ly\/LujuFestivalTradersApplication<\/p>\n

For further inquiries: traders@house-on-fire.com<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s where traders can bring their magic:<\/p>\n

The Luju Food Garden: Ideal for foodies offering diverse, authentic dishes.<\/p>\n

The Luju Fashion Cafe\u0301: A runway for local style, beauty, and design talent.<\/p>\n

The Luju Beehive: A kids\u2019 zone buzzing with tasty treats and fun activities.<\/p>\n

Experiential Services: Think interactive, think unforgettable \u2014 if it enhances the vibe, it belongs at Luju.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhere bold tastes, unique crafts, and fresh ideas take centre stage.\u201d<\/p>\n

So, are you ready to serve up your creativity to a global crowd? Join the movement and bring your flavour, flair, and fire to one of the region\u2019s most vibrant lifestyle festivals.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Eswatini<\/span> Follow Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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