Nigerian gospel singer Moses Bliss missed a scheduled performance in Tanzania last weekend after being denied entry due to visa complications, according to multiple reports.
The concert, highly publicized across East Africa, was part of Bliss’s regional tour. However, organizers said that immigration officers turned him away on arrival, preventing him from performing. The artist’s team did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
Fans in Tanzania expressed disappointment, noting the sudden cancellation disrupted venue preparations and travel plans. Social media showed early-arriving attendees waiting hours before the announcement of the show’s cancellation.
The incident underscores longstanding challenges African artists face with cross-border mobility, especially around visa issuance and clearance processes. Many stakeholders say bureaucratic delays and restrictive immigration policies hinder the global reach of African talent.
