image10.jpg

About STRAB

  • The Event


    STRAB - a unique success story about SA music lovers and the Mozambicans of Ponta Malongane

    The Subterranean Rhythm & Blues (“STRAB”) experience started in 2003 when a group of scuba divers from the dive school Ocean Ecstasy in Pretoria decided to add some live music to one of their weekends in Ponta Malongane, in the south of Mozambique. It was initially held in August and was known as “The Birthday Bash”.

    After much deliberation it was decided to invite the legendary local band Jack Hammer to perform life at the event. The band plays a large variety of music, from love ballads to hard rock in both Afrikaans and English. The fact that all their songs have powerful lyrics and speak to all music lovers made them a perfect choice and added to the success of the weekend.

    Read more about the event

  • Ponta Malongane


    Situated in southern Moçambique, just 15 km north of the South African border, Ponta Malongane is best known for its supreme diving sites and excellent fishing. It is however a place everybody will enjoy. It’s tranquil beaches and relaxed atmosphere will ensure that you will return, year after year.

    Situated 8 hours from Gauteng and 4 hours from Durban, you can enter through either the Kosi Bay border post (15 km from Malongane), Swaziland, or the Lebombo border post at Komatipoort. A border transfer service from the Kosi Bay Border is also offered for those that don’t have a 4x4 vehicle of their own.

    Read more about Ponta Malongane

  • STRAB Guide


    This document contains all the relevant information to guide you on your road to STRAB 2011.

    In this guide, information regarding the road to Ponta Malongane, what to bring, pointers for the border post, import restrictions and all the other logistical stuff which you might wonder about.

    See this as the ultimate guide to Strabbing!

    Get more information on the STRAB Guide

  • Maps & Directions


    This section contains all the maps and directions to safely reach STRAB, situated in Ponta Malongane at the southern tip of Mozambique. A map of the resort is also available here.

    Please note that you MUST enter through the Kosi Bay Border Post, and not through Komatipoort.

    View the maps and directions
  • about_team_meet

    Meet the Team


    Read more about the people working behind the scenes to bring you the best music festival in southern Africa!

    Meet the Team



  • about_sponsors

    Sponsors


    A big thank you to Steak & Ale and Avalon Audio Techniques for their support

    Meet the Sponsors