Trending Now - Ugandan Dance Troupe Ghetto Kids to Join Shakira at World Cup Halftime

WHO:

NBC News - The Ugandan dance troupe is called "Ghetto Kids."

NBC News - Shakira is the superstar inviting the Ghetto Kids to perform.

WHAT:

NBC News - The Ghetto Kids will perform with Shakira at the World Cup halftime show.

NBC News - The Ghetto Kids are part of a foundation that helps disadvantaged children in Uganda through music, dance, and drama.

WHERE:

NBC News - The performance will take place at the World Cup final.

WHEN:

NBC News - The World Cup final is scheduled for "July 2026."

WHY:

NBC News - Shakira invited the Ghetto Kids after seeing viral videos of their performances.

HOW:

NBC News - The Ghetto Kids' journey began by dancing barefoot on a dusty street in 2014.

(UPDATED May 27, 2026 23:24 UTC)

Shakira has invited the Ugandan dance troupe known as the Ghetto Kids to perform with her at the World Cup final, which is scheduled for July 2026. The Ghetto Kids are part of a foundation that supports disadvantaged children in Uganda through music, dance, and drama, and their journey began in 2014 when they danced barefoot on a dusty street. Shakira discovered them after seeing their viral performances online, leading to this exciting opportunity on a global stage.