Popular Malawian musician Joe Icon on Saturday got injured after a stage dive went wrong during his highly anticipated Mwana Wa Atate Concert in Blantyre.
The artist, known for his energetic performances and for throwing himself into the crowd at his shows, attempted his trademark crowd-surfing stunt in the middle of his performance, but this time the fans failed to catch him.
Eyewitnesses at the venue said Joe Icon leaped from the stage expecting to be carried by his fans, but he landed heavily on the ground, sustaining injuries to his leg. The incident caused panic among the crowd for a few minutes.
Despite the painful fall, the resilient musician refused to stop the show. He stood up, limping, and continued to entertain his fans who cheered him on loudly, showing true professionalism and love for his craft.
He finished his set to thunderous applause before he was later rushed to hospital.
The concert, which was organized under the Mwana Wa Atate banner, brought together some of Malawi’s biggest stars including Saint, Kelly Kay, Ajuh Gufi, Jay Jay Cee, Gwamba, Teddy Makadi, and Zeze Kingston, among others.
The artists delivered electrifying performances one after another, keeping the audience on their feet throughout the night.
The show attracted a huge turnout, with thousands of fans filling the venue to capacity, a clear indication that the concert was a massive success despite the unfortunate incident involving the host.
Meanwhile, through its Facebook page, his management, Madness Entertainment, congratulated the artist and encouraged him, saying everything will be alright.
