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Nominations, winners and the campaigns behind them: the Grammys, Headies, AFRIMMA, MOBOs and every ceremony that shapes an African artist’s year.

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Music Business Awards Africa: the first awards for managers, A&Rs and music lawyers

The first Music Business Awards Africa honour the managers, A&Rs, publishers and lawyers behind African music. The ceremony is on 21 November in Pretoria.

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Tyla as Glamour's Woman of the Year
  • Awards, Fashion

The “Tyla Version” of a Global Takeover: Why Tyla as Glamour’s Woman of the Year is a Major Moment

Tyla as Glamour's Woman of the Year is official. The 23-year-old superstar has been named a 2025 Global Honoree, and it's a massive statement.
2026 Grammy considerations
  • Awards

The 2026 Grammy Race: Inside the Submissions for African Artists

The 2026 Grammy considerations for African artists have been revealed, and it’s a fascinating, sprawling list. The big guns—Wizkid, Burna Boy, Ayra Starr, and
Wizkid Day in Minnesota
  • Awards

More Than a Hashtag: The Real Story Behind Wizkid Day in Minnesota

Every October 6th, social media lights up for Wizkid Day in Minnesota. But this isn't just a fan hashtag. It's an official proclamation from
Davido joins the Recording Academy
  • Awards

Davido Joins the Recording Academy: A Game-Changer for African Representation at the Grammys

Nigerian superstar Davido has been officially inducted as a voting member of the Recording Academy, the organisation behind the Grammy Awards, in a move
2025 AFRIMA nominees list
  • Awards

2025 AFRIMA Nominees List: A Breakdown of the Top Contenders

With a record number of entries, the 2025 AFRIMA nominees list is finally here, setting the stage for a fierce contest. We're diving into
  • Awards

The Ibiza Takeover: Unpacking the Powerhouse Lineup of the 2025 DJ Awards’ Afro Category

The nominations for Ibiza's prestigious DJ Awards are in, and the 'Afro' category is making a powerful statement. We're diving into the 2025 DJ
Tyla's 2025 VMA nominations
  • Awards

Tyla’s 2025 VMA Nominations: A Bittersweet Return

Last year, Tyla's historic VMA win was also a moment of critique. Now, Tyla's 2025 VMA nominations place her right back in the Best
Best Afrobeats VMA nominees 2025
  • Awards

Best Afrobeats VMA Nominees 2025: An In-Depth Look

The nominations for the 2025 VMAs are in, and the Best Afrobeats category is a true clash of titans. We're diving deep into the
  • Awards

The Mid-Year Report: An Unfiltered Look at the Top Streamed Nigerian Songs of 2025

As we reach the mid-year point, we delve into the data to reveal the undisputed hits of the year so far. We present an
  • Awards

The Gilded Debate: Do Music Awards Still Truly Matter?

As the African music industry booms, so does the debate surrounding its accolades. From Afrobeats to Amapiano, we take a critical look at the
TxC's historic BET win
  • Awards

Breaking New Ground: Inside TxC’s Historic BET Win

At the 2025 BET Awards, South African DJ duo TxC achieved more than just a victory; they made a powerful statement. We offer a
Mzansi's BET Awards dominance
  • Awards

The Mzansi Matrix: Deconstructing South Africa’s BET Awards Success

The 2025 BET Awards nominations confirmed South Africa's status as a global music powerhouse. We offer a critical review of Mzansi's BET Awards dominance,

About African music awards

Four questions, answered in plain text, marked up as FAQPage.

Which ceremonies are covered?

The Grammys, Headies, AFRIMMA, MOBOs, MTV MAMAs, Trace Awards and major ceremonies.

Do you cover nominations too?

Nominations, snubs and the campaigns behind them.

Do you publish full winners lists?

Yes, updated live on the night and kept at the same URL as a reference afterwards.

How far back does the archive go?

To 2023, with a results page for each ceremony year.

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