Top Afrima News and Updates | Mp3Bullet https://mp3bullet.ng/tag/afrima/ Your Home for the Best in Nigerian and African Music Mon, 12 Jan 2026 11:55:46 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.4 https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/cropped-mp3bullet-logo-300x300.jpg Top Afrima News and Updates | Mp3Bullet https://mp3bullet.ng/tag/afrima/ 32 32 Stars Shine Bright at AFRIMA Awards 2025: Full List of Attendees https://mp3bullet.ng/stars-shine-bright-at-afrima-awards-2025-full-list-of-attendees/ Mon, 12 Jan 2026 11:55:46 +0000 https://mp3bullet.ng/?p=845967 The 9th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) lit up Lagos on Sunday night, January 11, 2026, as African music’s finest gathered at the Eko Convention Centre for a night of celebration, performances, and glamour. Held in partnership with the African Union Commission, the ceremony once again showcased the continent’s sonic dominance, from [...]

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Stars Shine Bright at AFRIMA Awards 2025: Full List of Attendees
Stars Shine Bright at AFRIMA Awards 2025: Full List of Attendees

Held in partnership with the African Union Commission, the ceremony once again showcased the continent’s sonic dominance, from Afrobeats and Amapiano to Bongo Flava and Soukous.

The evening was a dazzling display of culture, with high-energy performances, heartfelt tributes, and a red carpet that saw stars stepping out in some of the continent’s finest fashion.

While Nigerian superstars dominated the spotlight, AFRIMA 2025 remained a truly pan-African affair, featuring talent from Rwanda, Senegal, Morocco, South Africa, and beyond.

“Tonight is not just about trophies; it’s about the unity of our culture and the strength of our voice on the global stage,” said AFRIMA President Mike Dada during the opening remarks.

The ceremony blended legendary icons with the “New Wave” of African music, underscoring the continent’s vibrant present and promising future.

Hosts & Media Personalities
  • Enioluwa Adeoluwa
  • Claudia Naisabwa
  • Tosyn (The Style Infidel)
  • Ariane Celeste Moua
  • Olisa Adibua
  • Juliet Ibrahim
  • Annie Macaulay
Musicians & Performers
  • Rema
  • Seyi Vibez
  • Shallipopi
  • Phyno
  • Yemi Alade
  • Patoranking
  • Falz
  • Qing Madi
  • Jazzman
  • Adewale Ayuba
  • Jux
  • Cindy Le Coeur
  • Gaise Baba
  • Kunmie
  • Chella
  • Element Eleéh
  • Weeha
Notable Figures & Dignitaries
  • Mike Dada (AFRIMA President)
  • Jonny Baxter (British Deputy High Commissioner)
  • Simon Field (UK Deputy Head of Mission)
  • Ambassador Anna Westerholm (Sweden)
  • Toke Benson-Awoyinka (Lagos State Commissioner for Tourism)
  • Ayo Animashaun (CEO, HipTV)
  • Kenny Ogungbe
  • Dayo Adeneye

AFRIMA 2025 was more than an awards show — it was a celebration of African music’s power, diversity, and global influence, uniting performers, industry figures, and dignitaries in a night to remember.

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  • FULL LIST: Rema, Burna Boy, Yemi Alade win big as Nigerian stars dominate at 9th AFRIMA Awards

    • Full list of winners at the 9th AFRIMA Awards
    Full list of winners at the 9th AFRIMA Awards

    Nigeria’s music dominance once again took centre stage on Sunday night as the 9th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) lit up the Eko Convention Centre, Lagos.

    Hosted by rapper and actor Falz, the ceremony brought together Africa’s biggest stars for a night that celebrated sound, culture and continental excellence.

    Stealing the spotlight was Rema, whose name echoed repeatedly through the hall after he emerged as one of the biggest winners of the evening.

    The Afrobeats superstar clinched three major awards, underlining his growing influence across Africa and beyond. Rema was crowned Artiste of the Year, Best Male Artist in Western Africa, and Best African Artistin R&B and Soul, a clean sweep that set the tone for the night.

    While Rema dominated individual honours, Burna Boy walked away with one of the ceremony’s most coveted prizes. The Grammy-winning star won Album of the Year for No Sign of Weakness, further cementing his status as one of Africa’s most consistent global exports.

    Burna Boy also shared another moment of triumph through collaboration, picking up Best African Collaboration alongside Shallipopi.

    Shallipopi had a memorable night of his own, adding Song of the Year to his growing list of accolades with his viral hit Laho. His wins reflected the increasing influence of street-pop sounds on the African music landscape.

    Veteran rapper Phyno continued to represent African hip-hop proudly after winning Best African Artiste in African Hip-Hop. At the same time, Yemi Alade showcased her versatility by securing Best Soundtrack in a Movie, Series, or Documentary for her song You Are, featured in the animated series Iyanu.

    The future of African music was also well represented. Rising star Qing Madi was named Most Promising Artist of the Year, edging out a competitive list of nominees including Cysoul, Joshua Baraka, King Luca, L’Oiseau Rare, Lwah Ndlunkulu, Massamba Amadeus, Rym, Kunmie, and Fola. Meanwhile, fast-rising singer Chella earned the crowd’s love after emerging African Fans’ Favourite.

    Other Nigerian acts who recorded wins on the night include Yemi Alade, Qing Madi, Phyno and Chella, reinforcing Nigeria’s strong presence at the pan-African awards ceremony.

    With electrifying performances, emotional acceptance speeches and a celebration of Africa’s diverse sounds, AFRIMA 2025 once again lived up to its reputation.

    The Lagos-hosted ceremony not only honoured chart-toppers and rising stars but also told a bigger story — one of Africa’s music industry continuing to grow louder, bolder and more influential on the global stage.

    Below is the full list of winners.

    Continental Winners at AFRIMA Awards 2025
    • Artiste of the Year: Rema (Nigeria)
    • Album of the Year: No Sign of Weakness – Burna Boy (Nigeria)
    • Song of the Year: “Laho” – Shallipopi (Nigeria)
    • Best African Collaboration: Shallipopi ft. Burna Boy – “Laho” (Nigeria)
    • Most Promising Artiste of the Year: Qing Madi (Nigeria)
    • African Fans’ Favourite: Chella (Nigeria)
    • Producer of the Year: Element Eleéh & Mugisha Fred Robinson (Rwanda)
    • Songwriter of the Year: Bakhaw Dioum – “Choix” (Senegal)
    • Best African DJ: Uncle Waffles (Eswatini)
    • Best African Act in African Hip-Hop: Phyno (Nigeria)
    • Best African Artiste in RnB & Soul: Rema (Nigeria)
    • Best African Act Reggae, Ragga & Dancehall: Takana Zion – “On My Eyes” (Guinea)
    • Best Artiste, Duo or Group in African Contemporary: Axel Merryl (Benin)
    • Best African Artiste, Duo or Group in African Jazz: Haddinqo (Ethiopia)
    • Best Soundtrack in Movie, Series or Documentary: Yemi Alade – “You Are” from Iyanu (Nigeria)
    • Best African Dance/Choreography: Weeha – “Dimama” (Ethiopia)
    • Best African Video of the Year: “Ova” – Mbosso (Tanzania)
    Genre & Special Categories
    • Best Artiste in African Hip-Hop: Phyno (Nigeria)
    • Best Artiste in RnB & Soul: Rema (Nigeria)
    • Best Artiste in African Reggae, Ragga & Dancehall: Takana Zion (Guinea)
    • Best Artiste in African Contemporary: Axel Merryl (Benin)
    • Best Artiste in African Inspirational Music: Milo (Côte d’Ivoire)
    • Best Soundtrack (Movie/Series): Yemi Alade – “You Are” (Iyanu)
    • Best African Dance/Choreography: Weeha – “Dimama” (Ethiopia)
    • Best African Video: “Ova” – Mbosso (Tanzania)
    Best Regional AFRIMA Awards 2025 winners
    • Best Male Artiste in Western Africa: Rema (Nigeria)
    • Best Female Artiste in Western Africa: Wendy Shay (Ghana)
    • Best Male Artiste in Eastern Africa: Jux (Tanzania)
    • Best Female Artiste in Eastern Africa: Denise (Madagascar)
    • Best Male Artiste in Central Africa: Singuila (Congo)
    • Best Female Artiste in Central Africa: Cindy Le Coeur (DRC)
    • Best Male Artiste in Northern Africa: El Grande Toto (Morocco)
    • Best Female Artiste in Northern Africa: Sherine (Egypt)
    • Best Male Artiste in Southern Africa: Yo Maps (Zambia)
    • Best Female Artiste in Southern Africa: Makhadzi (South Africa)
    Watch the full award presentation below:

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  • AFRIMA 2025: Davido, Burna Boy, Ayra Starr, Others Earn Nominations as Africa’s Biggest Music Awards Unveils Record-Breaking List

    • AFRIMA 2025: Burna Boy, Davido, lead nominees list | full list of nominees
    AFRIMA 2025: Burna Boy, Davido, lead nominees list | full list of nominees

    The countdown to the 2025 edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) has officially begun, with this year’s competition tipped to be one of the fiercest in the history of the continental showcase.

    On Wednesday, August 27, the International Committee of AFRIMA, in partnership with the African Union Commission, released the nominees’ list, spotlighting African music heavyweights and rising stars across the continent.

    Global Afrobeats icons Davido and Burna Boy will face off against Congolese legend Fally Ipupa, Moroccan hitmaker El Grande Toto, South African DJ Maphorisa, and Egyptian superstar Amr Diab. They will also compete with a fresh wave of emerging acts including Shallipopi, Himra, Moliy, Ayra Starr, Tanzanian crooner Juma Jux, and Senegal’s Mia Guissé.

    Organizers revealed that AFRIMA 2025 received a record-breaking 10,717 submissions, the highest in its 12-year history. After 10 days of rigorous screening, a 13-member jury trimmed the entries down to 343 nominees spread across 40 categories, representing Africa’s regions and its diaspora.

    Speaking on the unveiling, AFRIMA jury member Delani Makhalima hailed the growth of African music: “For years our voices were not heard, but today African music is global. This is AFRIMA, the biggest music entity on the continent.”

    The 2025 awards ceremony is scheduled to hold in Lagos from November 25 to 30. The week-long programme will feature signature events such as the AFRIMA Music Village, the Africa Music Business Summit, the Nominees Party, and will climax with the grand finale on November 30.

    The prestigious awards night will be broadcast live to audiences in more than 84 countries.

    See full list of nominees below:

    Best Male Artiste in Central Africa
    S/NO ARTISTE TRACK TITLE COUNTRY
    1 C4 PEDRO SEM QUERER ANGOLA
    2 EBOLOKO SATANANA (FT. DRE-A) GABON
    3 GIMS NINAO DRC
    4 GERILSON INSRAEL AROMA INSANO ANGOLA
    5 KOCEE STRANGER (WITH KS BLOOM) CAMEROON
    6 L’OISEAU RARE NIAMATOS GABON
    7 FALLY IPUPA LE TEMPS DRC
    8 MAGASCO DIRTY WHINE (FT. MIMIE) CAMEROON
    9 SINGUILA ON FAIT COMMENT THE CONGO
    10 WERRASON TOUT SE PAIE ICI-BAS DRC
    Best Female Artiste in Central Africa
    S/NO ARTISTE TRACK TITLE COUNTRY
    1 ANNA JOYCE OUTRA VEZ ANGOLA
    2 BLANCHE BAILLY LÈVE TOI (FT. LADY PONCE) CAMEROON
    3 CHARLOTTE DIPANDA DIS MOI (FT. TAYC) CAMEROON
    4 CINDY LE COEUR POUPIYE (FT. KOFFI OLOMIDÉ) DRC
    5 DEBORAH LUKALU GOD IS GOOD DRC
    6 EMMA’A ÇA M’A LAISSÉ GABON
    7 JESSY B LA VIE EST BELLE (FT. BLACK M) THE CONGO
    8 KRYS M MERCI CAMEROON
    9 LIRIANY SUPER HOMEM ANGOLA
    10 REBO MOBAMBO DRC
    Best Male Artiste in Eastern Africa
    S/NO ARTISTE TRACK TITLE COUNTRY
    1 BIEN ALL MY ENEMIES ARE SUFFERING KENYA
    2 DIAMOND PLATNUMZ BABU (FT. MASTERPIECE_YVK) TANZANIA
    3 ELEMENT ELEÉEH TOMBE RWANDA
    4 JOSHUA BARAKA WRONG PLACES UGANDA
    5 JUX GOD DESIGN (WITH PHYNO) TANZANIA
    6 MARIOO HA HA HA TANZANIA
    7 MBOSSO OVA TANZANIA
    8 BRUCE MELODIE BEAUTY ON FIRE (FT. JOEBOY) RWANDA
    9 SAT-B KIRISESE (FT. CHAMPURU MAKHENZO) BURUNDI
    10 YARED NEGU ALEMDIM ETHIOPIA
    Best Female Artiste in Eastern Africa
    S/NO ARTISTE TRACK TITLE COUNTRY
    1 ABIGAIL CHAMS ME TOO (WITH HARMONIZE) TANZANIA
    2 BRIDGET BLUE I CHOOSE YOU (WITH BIEN) KENYA
    3 DENISE MATOKY ZAGNAHARY MADAGASCAR
    4 HALELUYA TEKLETSADIK YELEBE ETHIOPIA
    5 LADY JAYDEE PO PO TANZANIA
    6 MAHLET WENDIMU ZIM ETHIOPIA
    7 SALEMIA ALEM BIRE ETHIOPIA
    8 WEEHA DIMAMA ETHIOPIA
    9 WINNIE NWAGI CONTROL IT UGANDA
    10 ZUCHU AMANDA TANZANIA
    Best Male Artiste in Northern Africa
    S/NO ARTISTE TRACK TITLE COUNTRY
    1 A.L.A. MAKINA (FT. MOOTJEYEK) TUNISIA
    2 ADVISER NDILLEN (FT. MIA GUISSÉ) MAURITANIA
    3 AMR DIAB BABA EGYPT
    4 CHEB MOMO ATITEHA L’AMOUR ALGERIA
    5 EL GRANDETOTO DIPLOMATICO MOROCCO
    6 HAMZA NAMIRA SHAMS W HAWA EGYPT
    7 LBENJ RWINI (FT. MOUNIM SLIMANI) MOROCCO
    8 MOHAMED RAMADAN ANA ENTA EGYPT
    9 STORMY PIRATE MOROCCO
    10 WEGZ ELWA3D EGYPT
    Best Female Artiste in Northern Africa
    S/NO ARTISTE TRACK TITLE COUNTRY
    1 CHIRINE LAJMI ECHEH ECHEH TUNISIA
    2 INEZ AH MIN HALA MOROCCO
    3 JANNAT K2NAK ROH EGYPT
    4 JAYLANN HA WLIDI MOROCCO
    5 MANAL CABARET MOROCCO
    6 MERYEM ABOULOUAFA HORSES MOROCCO
    7 SHERINE BATMANA ANSAK EGYPT
    8 ZINA DAOUDIA SUR SCÈNE MOROCCO
    Best Male Artiste in Southern Africa
    S/NO ARTISTE TRACK TITLE COUNTRY
    1 ANDERSON MÁRIO CHOROU MOZAMBIQUE
    2 JAH PRAYZAH MANDIONEI ZIMBABWE
    3 MANANA LITTLE THINGS ESWATINI
    4 NASTY C SOFT (WITH USIMAMANE) SOUTH AFRICA
    5 TEDDY MAKADI DESIRE MALAWI
    6 TYLER ICU AWUNGEKE (WITH VISCA FT. LEEMCKRAZY, MR NATION THINGZ, VEERSA, CUBA BEATS, BUDDY KAY, TYRONE DEE & 2WOSHORT) SOUTH AFRICA
    7 WANITWAMOS MFAZI WEPHEPHA (WITH NKOSAZANA DAUGHTER & MASTER KG FT. BIGZULU & ZEE NXUMALO ) SOUTH AFRICA
    8 YO MAPS MR & MRS ZAMBIA
    9 ZEZE KINGSTON ACHISALE (WITH LEUMAS FT. NAE RAE) MALAWI
    10 KAZBA DE SMALL NGYOZAMA (WITH DLALA THUKZIN FT. SYKES, YOUNG STUNNA, NKOSAZANA DAUGHTER, TRACY & THATOHATSI) SOUTH AFRICA
    Best Female Artiste in Southern Africa
    S/NO ARTISTE TRACK TITLE COUNTRY
    1 BABALWA M BO THATA (FT. STIXX & NVCHO) SOUTH AFRICA
    2 HANNA CAN’T STOP ZIMBABWE
    3 MAKHADZI JEALOUS DOWN (FT. DR SKARO) SOUTH AFRICA
    4 NKOSAZANA DAUGHTER EMSAKAZWENI (FT. NOBUHLE & ESSA KAY) SOUTH AFRICA
    5 NONTOKOZO MKHIZE ESANDLENI SOUTH AFRICA
    6 SHA SHA EGLASINI (FT. TYLER ICU, 2WOSHORT, SCOTTS MAPHUMA & TYRONE DEE) ZIMBABWE
    7 TEMWAH MONEY ANTHEM (FT. MIC MASH) MALAWI
    8 TYLA PUSH 2 START SOUTH AFRICA
    9 UNCLE WAFFLES BAPHI (FT. ROYAL MUSIQ, COWBOII, MARK KHOZA & UNCOOL MC) ESWATINI
    10 ZEE NXUMALO NGISAKUTHANDA (WITH TBO, PYY LOG DRUM KING FT. DJ TEARZ & DR. THULZ) SOUTH AFRICA
    Best Male Artiste in Western Africa
    S/NO ARTISTE TRACK TITLE COUNTRY
    1 ASAKE UHH YEAH NIGERIA
    2 AXEL MERRYL TITULAIRE (FT. MIA GUISSÉ & BASS THIOUNG) BENIN
    3 BLACK SHERIF REBEL MUSIC GHANA
    4 BURNA BOY UPDATE NIGERIA
    5 DAVIDO WITH YOU (FT. OMAH LAY) NIGERIA
    6 DIDI B HOLIDAY SEASON COTE D’IVOIRE
    7 DJODJE LUA CAPE VERDE
    8 REMA BABY (IS IT A CRIME) NIGERIA
    9 VJ KAAY WAAY SENEGAL
    10 WIZKID KESE NIGERIA
    Best Female Artiste in Western Africa
    S/NO ARTISTE TRACK TITLE COUNTRY
    1 AMAARAE S.M.O GHANA
    2 AYRA STARR ALL THE LOVE NIGERIA
    3 DJELYKABA BINTOU UNIQUE (FT. MIA GUISSÉ) GUINEA
    4 JOSEY NE TOUCHE PAS MA SŒUR (WITH NEJ) COTE D’IVOIRE
    5 MARIAM BA LAGARÉ MON CHOIX (FT. WALLY SECK) MALI
    6 MIA GUISSÉ CHOIX (FT. WALLY SECK) SENEGAL
    7 MOLIY SHAKE IT TO THE MAX (WITH SILENT ADDY, SKILLIBENG & SHENSEEA) GHANA
    8 TIWA SAVAGE YOU 4 ME NIGERIA
    9 VIVIANE CHIDID MANDOU SENEGAL

    AFRIMA2025 NOMINEES LIST
    Continental Category
    Best Male Artiste in African Inspirational Music
    1 S/NO ARTISTE TRACK TITLE COUNTRY
    1 CHRISTIAN MUKUNA TOMBWAMA DRC
    2 DJUNNY BEATZ PRAY FOR MOZ (FT. NIKOTINA KF) MOZAMBIQUE
    3 GAISE BABA NO TURNING BACK II (WITH LAWRENCE OYOR) NIGERIA
    4 ISRAEL MBONYI KAA NAMI RWANDA
    5 JAH PRAYZAH MIBVUNZO ZIMBABWE
    6 JOEL LWAGA OLODUMARE TANZANIA
    7 KOCEE STRANGER (WITH KS BLOOM) CAMEROON/COTE D’IVOIRE
    8 LAWRENCE OYOR FAVOUR NIGERIA
    9 MILO C’EST MON ANNÉE COTE D’IVORIE
    10 SJAVA UYENA SOUTH AFRICA
    Best Female Artiste in African Inspirational Music
    2 S/NO ARTISTE TRACK TITLE COUNTRY
    1 ADA EHI YES SIR (MERCY CHINWO) NIGERIA
    2 CHOISIE BASOLUA EKOMAMA DRC
    3 KRYS M MERCI CAMEROUN
    4 MARTHA MWAIPAJA KUSHINDA LAZIMA TANZANIA
    5 MERCY CHINWO WE MOVE NIGERIA
    6 MORIJAH ADN DU TRÈS HAUT COTE D’IVOIRE
    7 NONTOKOZO MKHIZE ESANDLENI SOUTH AFRICA
    8 ROSELINE LAYO ZOE COTE D’IVOIRE
    9 VESTINE & DORCAS YEBO (NITAWALE) RWANDA
    Best African Artiste, Duo or Group in African Jazz
    3 S/NO ARTISTE TRACK TITLE COUNTRY
    1 ADRIAN YOUNGE & ALI SHAHEED MUHAMMAD OBI DO WOA (IF SOMEONE LOVES YOU) (FT. EBO TAYLOR) GHANA
    2 HADDINQO TIZITA THE KEBENA (FT. MOSEB BAND) ETHIOPIA
    3 MÁDÉ KUTI WAIT AND SEE NIGERIA
    4 RORISANG SECHELE AFRICAN ORCHID SOUTH AFRICA
    5 SIBUSISO MASH MASHILOANE KWANDEBELE SOUTH AFRICA
    6 THE CAVEMEN MEDICINE NIGERIA
    7 ALUNE WADE BOOGIE & JUJU SENEGAL
    8 NOMFUNDO XALUVA WENDILE SOUTH AFRICA
    9 KYLE SHEPHERD TRIO TEARDROP SOUTH AFRICA
    Best African Artiste Duo or Group in African Pop
    4 S/NO ARTISTE TRACK TITLE COUNTRY
    1 ADVISER NDILLEN (FT. MIA GUISSÉ) MAURITANIA
    2 AMADEUS JËLI (FT. WALLY B. SECK) SENEGAL
    3 AMR DIAB BABA EGYPT
    4 BURNA BOY CHANGE YOUR MIND (FT. SHABOOZEY) NIGERIA
    5 GIMS NINAO CONGO DRC
    6 LBENJ RWINI (FT. MOUNIM SLIMANI) MOROCCO
    7 MANAMBA KANTÉ KOUMA GUINEA
    8 SEYI VIBEZ SHAOLIN NIGERIA
    9 MOHAMED RAMADAN ANA ENTA EGYPT
    10 SAAD LMJARRED RISKIN MOROCCO
    Best Artiste, Duo or Group in African Contemporary
    5 S/NO ARTISTE TRACK TITLE COUNTRY
    1 FIREBOY DML ISEOLUWA NIGERIA
    2 AXEL MERRYL TITULAIRE (FT. MIA GUISSÉ & BASS THIOUNG) BENIN
    3 ESPE BASS LE TEMPS DES NOCES (FT. EXTRA MUSICA CONGO B
    4 BIEN ALL MY ENEMIES ARE SUFFERING KENYA
    5 JAYLANN HA WLIDI MOROCCO
    6 KIZZ DANIEL, ANGÉLIQUE KIDJO & JOHNNY DRILLE POLICE NIGERIA
    7 MBOSSO OVA TANZANIA
    8 FERRE GOLA & RAYVANNY MOBONDO DRC
    9 DIDINE CANON 16 SMAHT OU MCHIT ALGERIA
    10 WENDY SHAY TOO LATE GHANA
    Best Soundtrack in Movie Series Documentary
    6 S/NO ARTISTE TRACK TITLE COUNTRY
    1 IGHO’LE TRAP MIX VERSION (“TO KILL A MONKEY”: SERIES) OSCAR HEMAN-ACKAH (FT. PRESIDENT EMS & UZIKWENDU) GHANA
    2 EL MA2AS (“THE START”: FILM) TAMER HOSNY, REDA ELBAHRAWY EGYPT
    3 YOU ARE (“IYANU”: THE ANIMATED SERIES) YEMI ALADE NIGERIA
    4 TIMPI TAMPA (“TIMPI TAMPA”: THE FILM) ISMAËL LO SENEGAL
    5 TORI IFE (“SEVEN DOORS”: SERIES) TOLU OBANRO NIGERIA
    6 SAATTE RAGOUJ (“THE LAST OF THE MOHICANS” FILM) KAFON TUNISIA
    Songwriter of the Year
    7 S/NO ARTISTE TRACK TITLE COUNTRY
    1 BAKHAW DIOUM CHOIX (MIA GUISSÉ FT. WALLY B. SECK) SENEGAL
    2 EMEL, JEHNNY BETH & CAMILLE BERTHOMIER FALL IN THE LIGHT (EMEL FT. JEHNNY BETH) TUNISIA
    3 EMMA’A TROP D’AMOUR GABON
    4 EMMANUEL AYOBAMI ALLI-HAKEEM ZA (ANENDLESSOCEAN) NIGERIA
    5 FERRE GOLA AMOUR ILLUSOIRE (FERRE GOLA) DRC
    6 MOHAMMED ISMAIL SHARRIF REBEL MUSIC (BLACK SHERIF) GHANA
    7 MUGISHA FRED ROBINSON TOMBÉ (ELEMENT ELEÉEH) RWANDA
    8 OLAMIDE ADEDEJI HASSIBUNALLAH (OLAMIDE) NIGERIA
    9 PRINCE OMOFERI & NWAMU FRANCIS CHUKWUDUBEM IT HURTS (JOHNNY DRILLE & DON JAZZY) NIGERIA
    10 VICTOR NGATUVESE KAUNE OPUTURI “QUEENS” (ONE BLOOD NAMIBIA) NAMIBIA
    Best Global Act
    8 S/NO ARTISTE TRACK TITLE COUNTRY
    1 ROSÉ APT (WITH BRUNO MARS) SOUTH KOREA/USA
    2 JOÉ DWÈT FILE 4 KAMPÉ HAITI
    3 LADY GAGA & BRUNO MARS DIE WITH A SMILE USA
    4 FANTOMEL & KATE LINN DAME UN GRR ROMANIA
    5 DRAKE NOKIA CANADA
    6 ALEX WARREN ORDINARY USA
    7 DOECHII ANXIETY USA
    8 ED SHEERAN AZIZAM UK
    9 YUNG BREDDA THE GREATEST BEND OVER TRINIDAD & TOBAGO
    African Fans’ Favourite
    9 S/NO ARTISTE TRACK TITLE COUNTRY
    1 ALI JITA HUBBI AISHA NIGERIA
    2 BARNABA SALAMA (FT. DIAMOND PLATNUMZ) TANZANIA
    3 BNXN & REMA FI KAN WE KAN NIGERIA
    4 CHELLA MY DARLING NIGERIA
    5 DLALA THUKZIN SOHLALA SISONKE SOUTH AFRICA
    6 KIZZ DANIEL MARHABA NIGERIA
    7 PARAZAR GHIR HAK ALGERIA
    8 TAMER HOSNY & AL SHAMI MALEKET GAMAL EL KON EGYPT
    9 FACELESS VENUS (FT. SERØTONIN) NIGERIA
    10 TUL8TE MATEEGY A3ADY ALEIKY EGYPT
    10
    Best African DJ
    S/NO ARTISTE TRACK TITLE COUNTRY
    1 DJ MALVADO MUSSOLA (WITH & DJ AKA-M FT. DODY) ANGOLA
    2 DJ MAPHORISA DLALA KA YONA (WITH XDUPPY & ENNY MAN DA GUITAR FT. FOCALISTIC, RICKY LENYORA, UNCOOL MC) SOUTH AFRICA
    3 DJ MOH GREEN KELELE ALGERIA
    4 DJ MOMBOCHI LIFOLI (FT. PATERNE MAESTRO) THE CONGO
    5 DJ TUNEZ ONE CONDITION (DJ TUNEZ, WIZKID & FOLA) NIGERIA
    6 DJ YK MULE OBLEE REMIX (FT. SLIMCASE, QDOT & CASH COMING) NIGERIA
    7 KELVIN MOMO BO GOGO (WITH DA MUZIQAL CHEF FT. TRACY AND THATOHATSI) SOUTH AFRICA
    8 OSCAR MBO VUKA (WITH JAZZWORX FT. THUKUTHELA) SOUTH AFRICA
    9 UNCLE WAFFLES ZENZELE ( FT. COWBOII, ROYAL MUSIQ, UNCOOL MC & XDUPPY) ESWATINI
    10 WOODBLOCK DJS SKUTA BABA (FT. BUZZI LEE, KANE KEID, CASSPER NYOVEST, KWESTA, TONY DAYIMANE, MVELOST, SET OFF & SOMOLOLO) SOUTH AFRICA
    11
    Producer of the Year
    S/NO ARTISTE TRACK TITLE COUNTRY
    1 BENETH SERAPHIN AKATCHÉ KOFFI KAAY WAAY (VJ) SENEGAL
    2 BUTTERNUT, XOLANI MAJOZI SKUTA BABA (REMIX) (WOODBLOCK DJS FT. BUZZI LEE, KANE KEID, CASSPER NYOVEST, KWESTA, TONY DAYIMANE, MVELOST, SET OFF & SOMOLOLO] SOUTH AFRICA
    3 DINA ONE KOUMA (MANAMBA KANTÉ) MALI
    4 ELEMENT ELEÉEH & MUGISHA FRED ROBINSON TOMBÉ ELEMENT ELEÉEH RWANDA
    6 JAZZWORX BENGICELA (MAHWOO, GL CEEJAY & THUKUTHELA FT. JAZZWORX)) SOUTH AFRICA
    7 PROGREX LAHO (SHALLIPOPI) NIGERIA
    8 DAVINCI SUPER HOMEM (LIRIANY) ANGOLA
    9 TEMPOE WITH YOU (DAVIDO FT. OMAH LAY) NIGERIA
    10 THEMBA SEKOWE, GOMOLEMO JOY GUMEDE, KABELO MOTHA ABANTWANA BAKHO (DJ MAPHORISA, XDUPPY, KABZA DE SMALL FT. THATOHATSI, YOUNGSTUNNA, NKOSAZANA DAUGHTER) SOUTH AFRICA
    12
    Album of the Year
    S/NO ARTISTE TRACK TITLE COUNTRY
    1 DAVIDO 5IVE NIGERIA
    2 HIMRA BIG AKA 4 AKA KAI COTE D’IVOIRE
    3 DIDI B DIYILEM & BAZARHOFF: GENIUS COTE D’IVOIRE
    4 AMR DIAB EBTADENA EGYPT
    5 TINARIWEN IDRACHE (TRACES OF THE PAST) MALI
    6 DJ MAPHORISA & XDUPPY NGOMOYA SOUTH AFRICA
    7 BURNA BOY NO SIGN OF WEAKNESS NIGERIA
    8 EL GRANDE TOTO SALGOAT MOROCCO
    10 KELVIN MOMO THATO YA MODIMO SOUTH AFRICA
    13
    Best African Video of the Year
    S/NO ARTISTE TRACK TITLE COUNTRY
    1 BABS DIRECTION (AWUDU MUSA) REBEL (BLACK SHERIF) GHANA
    2 BONGANI TSHABALALA AND VUYO MPANTSHA META (NOMCEBO ZIKODE & SOFIYA NZAU FT. FIREBOY DML) SOUTH AFRICA
    3 DIRECTOR PINK KI LO WA WA (YEMI ALADE) NIGERIA
    4 EDRINE PAUL DIRECTOR SOMEBODY (SHEEBAH) UGANDA
    5 FOLE X OVA (MBOSSO) TANZANIA
    6 FOLE X OLOLUFE (JUMA JUX & DIAMOND PLATNUMZ) TANZANIA
    7 TG OMORI SHAOLIN (SEYI VIBEZ) NIGERIA
    8 WLDRB STK STK (DIZZY DROS, KEKRA & NORFAFRICA) MOROCCO
    14
    Song of the Year
    S/NO TRACK TITLE ARTISTE COUNTRY
    1 ABANTWANA BAKHO DJ MAPHORISA, XDUPPY, KABZA DE SMALL (FT. THATOHATSI,YOUNGSTUNNA,NKOSAZANA SOUTH AFRICA
    2 BENGICELA MAWHOO GL CEEJAY & THUKUTHELA (FT. JAZZWORX) SOUTH AFRICA
    3 CHOIX MIA GUISSÉ (FT. WALLY SECK) SENEGAL
    4 DIPLOMATICO EL GRANDE TOTO MOROCCO
    5 KAAY WAAY VJ SENEGAL
    6 LAHO SHALLIPOPI NIGERIA
    7 OLOLUFE MI JUX & DIAMOND PLATNUMZ TANZANIA
    8 PUSH 2 START TYLA SOUTH AFRICA
    9 SHAKE IT TO THE MAX MOLIY, SHENSEEA, SKILLIBENG & SILENT ADDY GHANA
    10 WITH YOU DAVIDO (FT. OMAH LAY) NIGERIA
    15
    Best African Dance/Choreography
    S/NO ARTISTE TRACK TITLE COUNTRY
    1 JAYLANN HA WLIDI MOROCCO
    2 LADY PONCE JE VEUX DANSER CAMEROON
    3 REBO MOBAMBO DRC
    4 SERGE BEYNAUD TAPER DEDANS COTE D’IVOIRE
    5 TOOFAN DEODORANT TOGO
    6 TYLA PUSH 2 START SOUTH AFRICA
    7 UNCLE WAFFLES & ROYAL MUSIQ ZENZELE (FT. COWBOII, XDUPPY & UNCOOL MC) ESWATINI
    8 WEEHA DIMAMA ETHIOPIA
    9 WERRASON TOUT SE PAIE ICI BAS DRC
    10 WIZKID KESE NIGERIA
    16
    Best African Act Reggae, Ragga & Dancehall
    S/NO ARTISTE TRACK TITLE COUNTRY
    1 MAGASCO DIRTY WHINE (FT. MIMIE) CAMEROON
    2 MOLIY, SHENSEEA, SKILLIBENG & SILENT ADDY SHAKE IT TO THE MAX REMIX GHANA
    3 RUGER & KRANIUM DUDU NIGERIA
    4 SEAN MORGAN VUU MALAWI
    5 BLACK SHERIF REBEL MUSIC GHANA
    6 TAKANA ZION ON MY EYES GUINEA
    7 TIWA SAVAGE FORGIVENESS NIGERIA
    8 WAKADINALI KUM BABA (FT. ABBAS KUBAF, WAKUU, PEPELA & MASTERPIECE KING) KENYA
    9 YEMI ALADE BADDIE (REMIX) (FT. KONSHENS AND FEMI ONE) NIGERIA
    10 IYANII, MWANAA (VIJANA BARUBARU) & CEDO KIFO CHA MENDE KENYA
    17
    Best African Artiste, Duo or Group in African Rock
    S/NO ARTISTE TRACK TITLE COUNTRY
    1 LAEKE ESKENEKA ETHIOPIA
    2 IZLAN AMEZYAN ALGERIA
    3 FRANCK BIYONG STRUGGLE 4 MONEY CAMEROON
    4 RASH DO OR DIE KENYA
    5 MDOU MOCTAR IMOUHAR (INJUSTICE VERSION) NIGER
    6 CHRISSY ZEBBY TEMBO & THE NGOZI FAMILY I AM NOT MADE OF IRON ZAMBIA
    18
    Best Artiste Duo or Group in African Traditional
    S/NO ARTISTE TRACK TITLE COUNTRY
    1 BIG ZULU NG’SALE NOBANI (FT. ZEH MCGEBA & ZEE NXUMALO) SOUTH AFRICA
    2 CHIRINE LAJMI ECHEH ECHEH TUNISIA
    3 LADY PONCE JE VEUX DANSER CAMEROON
    4 LAMA SHREIF JAYEK LAHSSEB (FT. CHEB BACHIR) TUNISIA
    5 LARRY GAAGA, FLAVOUR & QUEEN THERESA ONUORAH OBODO (FT. PHYNO) NIGERIA
    6 SONA TATA NAINAI BANA GUINEA
    7 STONEBWOY JEJEREJE (WITH GINTON) GHANA
    8 TINARIWEN AMOSS IDJRAW MALI
    9 TONTON PAL & BINGUINI BAKHAGA COURONNE MALI
    10 VERONICA ADANE KANTE LELA ETHIOPIA
    19
    Best African Collaboration 
    S/NO ARTISTE TRACK TITLE COUNTRY
    1 BLANCHE BAILLY & LADY PONCE LÈVE TOI CAMEROUN
    2 GOON FLAVOUR, MASTER KG & EEMOH NGISHUTHENI SOUTH AFRICA
    3 MIA GUISSÉ CHOIX (FT. WALLY SECK) SENEGAL
    4 MOLIY, SILENT ADDY, SKILLIBENG & SHENSEEA SHAKE IT TO THE MAX (FLY) (REMIX) GHANA
    5 PAKI CHENZU ASSAUT (ENCORE ET ENCORE) (FT. HIMRA) TOGO/COTE D’IVOIRE
    6 SHALLIPOPI LAHO (FT. BURNA BOY) NIGERIA
    7 UNCLE WAFFLES ZENZELE (FT. COWBOII, ROYAL MUSIQ, UNCOOL MC & XDUPPY) ESWATINI
    8 DAVIDO WITH YOU (FT. OMAH LAY) NIGERIA
    9 MAWHOO, GL CEEJAY & THUKUTHELA BENGICELA (FT. JAZZWORX) SOUTH AFRICA
    10 BENNY ADAM & KHADIJA EL WARZAZIA MOK YA MOK MOROCCO
    20
    Most Promising Artiste of the Year
    S/NO ARTISTE TRACK TITLE COUNTRY
    1 CYSOUL KOULOS CAMEROUN
    2 JOSHUA BARAKA WRONG PLACES UGANDA
    3 KING LUCA FRAGILE CAMEROUN
    4 L’OISEAU RARE NIAMATOS GABON
    5 LWAH NDLUNKULU MNAKWETHU SOUTH AFRICA
    6 MASSAMBA AMADEUS DAARU DUNYA SENEGAL
    7 QING MADI, VALORANT EGO NIGERIA
    8 RYM TAJ LI WATANI MOROCCO
    9 KUNMIE ARIKE NIGERIA
    10 FOLA WHO DOES THAT? (FT BELLA SHMURDA) NIGERIA
    21
    Artiste of the Year
    S/NO ARTISTE TRACK TITLE COUNTRY
    1 AMR DIAB KHATFOONY (FT. JANA DIAB) EGYPT
    2 AYRA STARR ALL THE LOVE NIGERIA
    3 BURNA BOY UPDATE NIGERIA
    4 DAVIDO WITH YOU (FT. OMAH LAY) NIGERIA
    5 DJ MAPHORISA DLALA KA YONA (WITH XDUPPY & ENNY MAN DA GUITAR FT. FOCALISTIC, RICKY LENYORA, UNCOOL MC) SOUTH AFRICA
    6 EL GRANDE TOTO DIPLOMATICO MOROCCO
    7 FALLY IPUPA LE TEMPS DRC
    8 JUX OLOLUFE MI (WITH DIAMOND PLATNUMZ) TANZANIA
    9 REMA BABY (IS IT A CRIME) NIGERIA
    10 SHALLIPOPI LAHO NIGERIA
    11 TYLA PUSH 2 START SOUTH AFRICA
    22
    Breakout Artiste of the Year
    S/NO Artist Track Title Country
    1 BLAQ MAJOR SDAKIWE SBALI (FT. BLESS THE GENTLEMAN & DJ KAP) SOUTH AFRICA
    2 CIZA ISAKA (6AM) WITH JAZZWORX & THUKUTHELA SOUTH AFRICA
    3 EBOLOKO SATANANA (FT. DRE-A) GABON
    4 HIMRA YOROBO COTE D IVOIRE
    5 MARIOO NAIROBI TANZANIA
    6 MAWHOO BENGICELA (WITH GL CEEJAY & THUKUTHELA FT. JAZZWORX) SOUTH AFRICA
    7 MOLIY SHAKE IT TO THE MAX (WITH SHENSEEA, SKILLIBENG & SILENT ADDY ) GHANA
    8 SHALLIPOPI LAHO NIGERIA
    9 TRAP KING HUSTLIN ALGERIA
    10 VJ KAAY WAAY SENEGAL
    23
    Best African Lyricist Rapper
    S/NO Artiste Track Title Country
    1 ALA TFADHEL TUNISIA
    2 DIDI B PADRÉ VELI CôTE D’IVOIRE
    3 JESSY B LA VIE EST BELLE (FT. BLACK M) CONGO B
    4 KLASSAFAN LE MELANGEUR WON SOUKHOU GUINEA
    5 NASTY C & USIMAMANE SOFT SOUTH AFRICA
    6 NYASHINSKI BUSY KENYA
    7 REMINISCE KUPE NIGERIA
    8 SARKODIE VIOLENCE (FT. KWEDU SMOKE GHANA
    9 SWITCH ZENZANA LIBYA
    10 YACOU B OG KILIMANDJARO MALI
    24
    Best African Artiste, Duo or Group in African HipHop
    S/NO Artiste Track Title Country
    1 ALA FT. MOOTJEYEK MAKINA TUNISIA
    2 CASSPER NYOVEST KUSHO BANI SOUTH AFRICA
    3 EBOLOKO 3X NDOSS (FT. YORSSYANTF) GABON
    4 EL GRANDE TOTO DIPLOMATICO MOROCCO
    5 HIMRA YOROBO COTE D IVOIRE
    6 PHYNO TROUBLE MAKER NIGERIA
    7 NASTY C & USIMAMANE SOFT SOUTH AFRICA
    8 ODUMODUBLVCK LEGOLAS NIGERIA
    9 SARKODIE MESSIAH (FT. KWEKU FLICK) GHANA
    10 SUSPECT 95 MONLISA (FT. HIMRA) COTE D’IVORIE
    25
    Best African Artiste, Duo or Group in African RnB & Soul
    S/NO Artiste Track Title Country
    1 BENSOUL & V- BE KAUTAMU FLANI KENYA
    2 BIG ZULU FT. MALUNGELO AZALA SOUTH AFRICA
    3 BRAYE I WISH I HAD MORE TIME NIGERIA
    4 CALEMA AMAR PELA METADE SAO TOME
    5 EMMA’A ÇA M’A LAISSÉ GABON
    6 KUNMIE ARIKE NIGERIA
    7 MANAL CABARET MOROCCO
    8 NALEDI APHIWE & MAWELELE ROMEO & JULIET SOUTH AFRICA
    9 REMA BABY (IS IT A CRIME) NIGERIA
    10 WEGZ FT. TAYC GIRLFRIEND EGYPT
    26
    Best African Artiste, Duo or Group in African EDM, House, Techno
    S/NO Artiste Track Title Country
    1 ASAKE UHH YEAH NIGERIA
    2 BLACK COFFEE, BILLIE EILISH CHHIRO SOUTH AFRICA
    3 DJ MAPHORISA, XDUPPY & ENNY MAN DA GUITAR FT. FOCALISTIC, RICKY LENYORA, UNCOOL MC. DLALA KA YONA SOUTH AFRICA
    4 GOON FLAVOUR, MASTER KG & EEMOH NGISHUTHENI SOUTH AFRICA
    5 KVNG VINCI FT. ZERRYDL HAUSAPIANO (REMIX) NIGERIA
    6 MAWHOO, GL CEEJAY & THUKUTELA FT. JAZZWORX BENGICELA SOUTH AFRICA
    7 MBOSSO AVIOLA TANZANIA
    8 NOMCEBO ZIKODE & SOFIYA NZAU FT. FIREBOY DML META SOUTH AFRICA/KENYA/NIGERIA
    9 SAT-B FT. CHAMPURA MAKHENZO KIRISESE BURUNDI
    10 YEMI ALADE KI LO WA WA NIGERIA
    27
    Best African Act in Diaspora Male
    S/NO Artiste Track Title Country
    1 DJ SNAKE NOVENTA (FT. J BALVIN) FRANCE/ALGERIA
    2 GAZO NANANI NANANA FRANCE/GUINEA
    3 NISKA ADRIANO FRANCE/DRC
    4 TAYC FORÉVÀ FRANCE/CAMEROON
    5 TIAKOLA MBIFE (WITH GENEZIO) FRANCE/DRC
    6 TIF KAFINI (WITH EL GRANDE TOTO) FRANCE/ALGERIA/MOROCCO
    7 WERENOI PONEY FRANCE/CAMEROON
    8 WIZTHEMC SHOW ME LOVE (WITH BEES & HONEY) SOUTH AFRICA/CANADA
    9 L’ALGÉRINO AU SOLEIL (WITH JOSAS) ALGERIA/FRANCE
    10 ODEAL BLAME U NIGERIA/UK
    28
    Best African Act in Diaspora Female
    S/NO Artiste Track Title Country
    1 AYA NAKAMURA BADDIES (WITH JOÉ DWÈT FILÉ) MALI/FRANCE
    2 ANNATORIA HARK NOW HEAR ZIMBABWE/ENGLAND
    3 CHOISIE BASOLUA EKOMAMA DRC
    4 DARKOO FAVOURITE GIRL (FT. REMA) NIGERIA/UK
    5 DEBORAH LUKALU GOD IS GOOD DRC
    6 FAOUZIA UNETHICAL CANADA/MOROCCO
    7 RONISIA SWIPE CAPE VERDE/FRANCE
    8 THE UNVEILED NDIKHOKHELE (FT. LIL ELIANA) SOUTH AFRICA
    9 THEODORA KONGOLESE SOUS BBL (FT. JEEZ SUAVE) DRC/FRANCE
    10 ZAHO DIOR AND ZAWAJ (WITH YOUV) ALGERIA/CANADA
    29
    Best African Duo Group Band
    S/NO Artiste Track Title Country
    1 BABYLONE TELLEMENT NDARIT ALGERIA
    2 BLAQ DIAMOND PIKI PIKI SOUTH AFRICA
    3 CELEMA AMAR PELA METADE SAO TOME & PRINCIPE
    4 TEAM PAIYA MAISON B FT. TEAM MAISON B, TEAM 2 POY CÔTE D’IVOIRE
    5 THE CAVEMEN MEDICINE NIGERIA
    6 TINARIWEN TENHERT MALI
    7 TOOFAN DEODORANT TOGO
    8 VESTINE & DORCAS YEBO -NITAWALE RWANDA
    9 WAPENDWA MUZIKI AMEFANYA MUNGU KENYA
    10 WE ARE NUBIA DND (FT. ZAITUNI WAMBUI) KENYA

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    ]]>         AFRIMA mourns Mohbad, call for institutions in African music industries https://mp3bullet.ng/afrima-mourns-mohbad-call-for-institutions-in-african-music-industries/ Mon, 25 Sep 2023 09:04:13 +0000 https://mp3bullet.ng/?p=809046 AFRIMA Pays Tribute to Mohbad And Calls for Institutionalization of Music Business in Africa. AFRIMA has conveyed its deep sorrow following the tragic passing of the Nigerian street-hop sensation Mohbad, whose real name was Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba. The All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) have underscored the urgent need for regulating and formalizing the music entertainment [...]

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  • AFRIMA Pays Tribute to Mohbad And Calls for Institutionalization of Music Business in Africa.

    • AFRIMA mourns Mohbad, call for institutions in African music industries
    AFRIMA mourns Mohbad, call for institutions in African music industries

    AFRIMA has conveyed its deep sorrow following the tragic passing of the Nigerian street-hop sensation Mohbad, whose real name was Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba.

    The All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) have underscored the urgent need for regulating and formalizing the music entertainment sector. AFRIMA joins countless African youths and music enthusiasts in mourning the loss of Nigeria’s beloved singer, Mohbad.

    Mohbad’s untimely demise on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, has triggered a profound response from the public. At just 27 years old, this budding music star, also known as Imole (Light), showcased remarkable talent and creativity. His captivating lyrics warmed the hearts of millions of fans worldwide.

    In a statement, Mike Dada, the President and Executive Producer of AFRIMA lamented Africa’s loss of a promising talent within its rapidly expanding music industry, underscoring the pressing need for institutionalizing the music and entertainment sectors. This move aims to address the unprofessional practices that have persisted within the industry across Africa.

    AFRIMA’s concerns resonate with the growing demand for justice in the wake of the late musician’s passing, which has raised suspicions of possible foul play. The Nigerian Police are actively conducting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding Mohbad’s tragic death, and the public eagerly awaits the results.

    In addition to the ongoing investigation, musicians and celebrities, both in Nigeria and on the international stage, have paid heartfelt tributes to the late street-hop sensation. Prominent figures such as Kodak Black, Lil Durk, and Meek Mill have all extended their condolences and recognition to Mohbad, whose music has experienced a resurgence on streaming platforms in Nigeria.

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    ]]>         Brymo speaks out after losing the AFRIMA awards. https://mp3bullet.ng/brymo-speaks-out-after-losing-the-afrima-awards/ Mon, 27 Mar 2023 10:00:44 +0000 https://mp3bullet.ng/?p=794187 Brymo speaks following loss of AFRIMA awards. Nigerian singer and sonic artist Ọlawale Ọlọfọrọ, popularly known as Brymo, has spoken out after losing the All-Africa Music Awards, AFRIMA. Recall, some people on social media petitioned the award organizers to remove Brymo from their list of nominees after he launched an attack against Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi and [...]

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  • Brymo speaks following loss of AFRIMA awards.

    • Brymo speaks out after losing the AFRIMA awards.
    Brymo speaks out after losing the AFRIMA awards.

     singer and sonic artist Ọlawale Ọlọfọrọ, popularly known as Brymo, has spoken out after losing the All-Africa Music Awards, AFRIMA.

    Recall, some people on social media petitioned the award organizers to remove Brymo from their list of nominees after he launched an attack against Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi and claimed that an Igbo presidency would be a “pipe dream” due to the push for Biafra.

    He tweeted: 

    As long as there (are) talks by prominent people from Igboland about Biafra, an Igbo presidency will be a pipe dream,

    Brymo rendered an apology to the public after about 47,000 had signed the petition to be removed from the award list, but they ultimately lost the honours to Mali-based Iba One.

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    The sonic artist stated in a Cable interview that he intended to win the award before the petition became public. He continued by saying that a multitude of things led to his defeat rather than the Southeast uproar.

    He also declared his retirement from the music industry, making him ineligible for the award.

    In his words;

    “I think, months before, I’d announced that I was no longer a musician and that I was instead a sonic artist. It meant I was no longer eligible for awards that musicians get.

    “However, AFRIMA nominated my work ‘Esan’, so I forgot all that and looked forward to the event. But in truth, I’m no longer a singer so I didn’t want it.

    “There’s a songwriting category but they shouldn’t nominate sonic artists. I was looking forward to it anyway, and then something happened. I got into trouble talking about Biafra leaving and staying.

    “So, I stayed out of AFRIMA and didn’t attack the award afterward. Not winning had nothing to do with southeast fracas. Everything only just came together.”

     

     

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    ]]>         AFRIMA Partners UN, Calls for Support to End Crisis in Somalia https://mp3bullet.ng/afrima-partners-un-calls-for-support-to-end-crisis-in-somalia/ Sat, 07 Jan 2023 08:13:34 +0000 https://mp3bullet.ng/?p=787186 AFRIMA has urged political stakeholders and people of influence to shower support towards the UNFPA’s aid efforts in Somalia. In line with its philosophy and character as an impact-driven social initiative, the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) (AFRIMA.org) has lent its voice to the lingering humanitarian crisis in the war-torn African country of Somalia. The [...]

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    AFRIMA Partners UN, Calls for Support to End Crisis in Somalia
    AFRIMA Partners UN, Calls for Support to End Crisis in Somalia

    In line with its philosophy and character as an impact-driven social initiative, the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) (AFRIMA.org) has lent its voice to the lingering humanitarian crisis in the war-torn African country of Somalia.

    The 62-year-old democratic nation, which lies in the Horn of Africa, has been encumbered with civil wars and security challenges for the past there decades, throwing its most vulnerable populations, especially
    women and young girls into a nightmare of untold hardship.

    Partnering the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) in its advocacy and humanitarian efforts, AFRIMA has urged political stakeholders and people of influence to shower support towards the UNFPA’s aid efforts
    in Somalia.

    As the much-anticipated 8th AFRIMA, tagged ‘Teranga Edition’ draws near, AFRIMA has launched the #HopeForSomalia campaign, which includes championing policy-stimulating petitions and fostering fundraisers, to help alleviate the harsh impact of the crisis on Somalians, especially Somali women and young girls. The Teranga Edition is scheduled to be held in Dakar, Senegal on 12-15 January 2023.

    Commenting on the situation, AFRIMA’s Executive Producer/President, Mr Mike Dada, said: “Like the situation in Somalia, a popular narrative about Africa is that it is a war-torn habitat, without any hope for sustainable peace in sight. It’s saddening; because the danger of that narrative is that it discourages actual solutions. Somalia has enjoyed peace for years and even bears a reputation for being one of Africa’s most pro-democratic societies. We cannot watch and fold our arms, seeing innocent women, children, and Somalis alike have their lives and dreams
    cut short by the conflict, terrorism or this climate crisis, without any form of aid or relief.

    “In AFRIMA, we abide by the ethos of family. We are one Africa, and whatever burdens Somalia should burden the rest of the continent. We are committed to ensuring that we help contribute to the long-awaited peace-restoration, famine prevention and drought- rehabilitation efforts in Somalia. We thank our partners the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), for their great work in Somalia, and for calling our attention to this. It is especially shocking to see how great these women and girls are suffering, and how high the maternal mortality rate is as a ripple effect of this war. We believe Africa will return to its position as a culturally progressive, innovative and peace-loving continent, once again.”

    Commenting on the development, UNFPA Representative in Somalia, Niyi Ojuolape, said that women and girls are the most hit by the crisis, urging for support to end the gory situation, and to ameliorate the impact. He said, “Somalia is facing a complex and devastating crisis.

    The country has one of the highest maternal mortality ratios in the world. Conflict and drought-led displacements are adding to the strain on the already limited sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services and weak health system.

    Lack of nutrition and access to healthcare contribute to the poor health of women and girls. Pregnant and lactating women, in particular, are at risk due to the negative effects of malnutrition on pregnancy outcomes and newborn survival.

    “Over 82% of those displaced are women and children, including 1.95 million women and girls of reproductive age. In the next three months, it is estimated that there will be 918 deliveries per day, with 15% of pregnant women experiencing complications. Without access to qualified birth attendants, health services and facilities, maternal and newborn mortality will increase further.

    “Rising food prices, water shortages, death of livestock, and loss of livelihoods have led to multiple displacements, making women and girls more vulnerable to increased gender-based violence (GBV) and exploitation. Data shows a 21% increase in reported rape cases, a 60% increase in reported cases of intimate partner violence, and a 20% increase in the number of women and girls accessing lifesaving GBV response services since last year.”

    Ojuolape also pleaded with the international donor community to “urgently prioritise the support of quality SRH services and GBV prevention and response to help prevent death, disease, and disability for women and girls in Somalia.” to help achieve long-term development and peace in Somalia.

    In partnership with the African Union Commission, AFRIMA is the pinnacle of African music globally.

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  • Senegal is set to host prominent African musicians, according to AFRIMA.

  • AFRIMA: Senegal ready to host African music superstars

    • AFRIMA: Senegal prepares to host top African musicians
    AFRIMA: Senegal prepares to host top African musicians

     

    The eighth edition of the All-Africa Music Awards, AFRIMA, is a widely anticipated event and Senegal is set to host prominent African musicians, according to AFRIMA.

    It is tagged ‘Teranga Edition’ draws nearer, the Ministry of Tourism in Senegal as well as the African Union Commission, Monday, in Dakar, unveiled the programme of events for the annual celebration of African music stars which will be held in Dakar, from January 12 to 15, 2023.

    AFRIMA, the organisation that has brought African music to the top of the global music scene, is ready to make sure that the annual four-day festival is aired to music fans and stakeholders in more than 84 nations across the world.

    By using music as a vehicle to build Africa’s creative economy, Senegal’s Minister of Tourism, H.E. Alioune Sarr, welcomed visitors to his nation and reaffirmed Senegal’s commitment to achieving the shared goals of the AU and AFRIMA. He was represented by Souleymane Bakhayoko.

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    The Senegalese government is fully prepared to assure the success of the 8th AFRIMA, also known as “The Teranga Edition,” he added as he continues to praise the work of the AFRIMA team.

    On January 11, 2023, as stated at the meeting, the delegates are anticipated to show up. On Thursday, January 12, 2023, the AFRIMA ceremony is set to officially begin with a host country tour, a school visit and a gift presentation (as part of AFRIMA’s Corporate Social Responsibility), as well as a Welcome Soiree that evening in Dakar.

    The final day of the four-day celebration is Friday, January 13, 2023, when the Africa Music Business Summit (AMBS) occurs in Dakar’s Grand Theatre. The AMBS is Africa’s biggest gathering of music industry creative professionals, featuring seminars and panel discussions on challenges and prospects.

    The 8th AFRIMA will pick up steam at the Grand Theatre’s AFRIMA Music Village, a free concert that will feature live performances by the biggest music performers on the continent.

    On Saturday, January 14, 2023, the night before the awards ceremony, the events will get underway with big rehearsals, media appearances, and a courtesy call on the president of Senegal. Additionally, a live recording booth will be available at the venue for musicians from the continent’s five regions as well as from abroad to use for collaborative recordings. A celebration just for nominees will mark the culmination of the day’s events. The event will culminate on January 15, 2023, at the Dakar Arena, which can hold 15,000 people, in Dakar, with the live awards ceremony being aired by 104 TV Stations to more than 84 countries worldwide.

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