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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.

  • Awards, Behind-the-Scenes

DJ Tunez is AFRIMMA’s Best DJ Africa, and he’s closing Afro Nation 2027

DJ Tunez beat Spinall, Uncle Waffles and Major League DJz to Best DJ Africa at AFRIMMA 2026. Next: closing Afro Nation Portugal 2027 as South Gidi.

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Fela Kuti Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
  • Awards

Fela Kuti Becomes the First African to Receive the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award

Nearly three decades after his death, the father of Afrobeat becomes the first African honoured with a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award.
DJ Tunez 390 million streams Spotify
  • Awards

DJ Tunez Surpasses 390 Million Career Streams as Africa’s Premier Turntablist

DJ Tunez celebrates streaming milestone with 3.55 million monthly listeners, the only Nigerian DJ in Africa's top 10 rankings.
Rema AFRIMA 2025 Artist of the Year
  • Awards

Rema Claims Triple Crown at AFRIMA 2025 with Artist of the Year Win

Divine Ikubor cements his position as Afrobeats' brightest star, collecting three AFRIMA 2025 trophies including the prestigious Artist of the Year award.
Shallipopi Laho AFRIMA 2025 Song of the Year
  • Awards

Shallipopi’s ‘Laho’ Sweeps AFRIMA 2025 with Song of the Year and Best Collaboration

The track that defined Nigeria's streets in 2025 receives double recognition at AFRIMA, cementing Shallipopi's breakthrough year.
Burna Boy No Sign of Weakness AFRIMA 2025
  • Awards

Burna Boy’s ‘No Sign of Weakness’ Claims Album of the Year at AFRIMA 2025

The African Giant's latest body of work receives Africa's highest album honour, adding to an already legendary trophy collection.
Kelvin Momo N'wana Wa Mutsonga 10 million streams
  • Awards

Kelvin Momo’s ‘N’wana Wa Mutsonga’ Surpasses 10 Million Streams Globally

Kelvin Momo's latest album 'N'wana Wa Mutsonga' has surpassed 10 million global streams, cementing his position as one of Amapiano's most influential figures.
BNXN FINESSE CERTIFICATE GOLD UK
  • Awards

From the Timeline to the BPI: Pheelz and BNXN’s ‘Finesse’ Certified Gold in the UK

The anthem that gave us the ultimate carefree mantra has reached a major milestone. With Pheelz and BNXN's 'Finesse' certified Gold in the UK,
AFRIMA 2026 Rescheduled Dates: Lagos Confirmed for January
  • Awards

AFRIMA 2026 Rescheduled Dates: Lagos Confirmed for January

The 9th edition of the All Africa Music Awards has shifted gears. With the AFRIMA 2026 rescheduled dates now confirmed for January in Lagos,
2026 Grammy nominations for African artists
  • Awards

The “Big Four” Blackout: The Real Story of the 2026 Grammy Nominations for African Artists

The 2026 Grammy nominations for African artists have landed, and it's a classic Grammy tale of celebration and frustration. While Burna Boy, Tyla, and
"Shake It to the Max (Fly)" Gold certification
  • Awards

Moliy’s “Shake It to the Max (Fly)” Gold Certification in UK

The "Shake It to the Max (Fly)" Gold certification in the UK is official, and Moliy has the plaque to prove it. But this
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

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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