Four of the world's biggest acts will be kicking off the World Cup this June.

The Black Eyed Peas, Shakira, John Legend and Alicia Keys are scheduled to perform at the Kick Off concert in Soweto.

The concert, which will kick off at 8pm on 10 June ? the night before the opening of the Fifa World Cup ? will be broadcast live to 92 countries.

The international talent will be joined by some of Africa's best performers ? including South African rockers The Parlotones ? as well as local star Vusi Mahlesela. BLK JKS, Angelique Kidjo, Tinarewein and Amadu and Miria will also perform.

The event will also include special appearances by past and present football legends, with all proceeds going to to "20 Centres for 2010" ? the official campaign of the 2010 Fifa World Cup South Africa.

Organisers have also reportedly invited international celebrity superstars to the event.

Fans can purchase their tickets at www.computicket.com.

Tickets for this once-in-a-lifetime concert can be purchased online at www.computicket.com or by telephone on 083 915 8000.

Tickets are priced at R450 (Outer Circle standing), R650 (Inner Circle standing), R850 and R950 (Upper Level seated), and R1,150 (Lower Level seated).

Ticket prices include VAT, Computicket charges and Park & Ride for all ticketholders.