It was a breathtaking experience, Sunday night, at the 15-000 capacity Dakar Arena, in Dakar, Senegal, as superstars across the continent clinched trophies at the 8th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) (www.AFRIMA.org), aka ‘The Teranga Edition’.
It was a breathtaking experience #AFRIMA8 #TerangaEdition at the Dakar Arena, in Dakar, Senegal.
AFRIMA…For Hope, For Celebration #AfrimaTerangaEdition #allafricamusicawards #AfrimaSenegal #afrima8 pic.twitter.com/rtIrbN10NY
— AFRIMA – All Africa Music Awards (@afrimaofficial) January 22, 2023
Broadcast live to over 84 countries around the world, the 8th AFRIMA in Senegal saw superstars like the Nigerian maverick Davido, clinch 3 awards in one night as he emerged winner of the “Best African Collaboration”, “Best Duo or Group in African Electro”, and “Best Male Artiste in African Inspirational Music” categories, respectively.
— AFRIMA – All Africa Music Awards (@afrimaofficial) January 21, 2023
Congratulations to our winners on the “Continental Category” at the 8th AFRIMA #TerangaEdition In Dakar, Senegal.
AFRIMA…For Hope, For Celebration #AfrimaTerangaEdition #allafricamusicawards #AfrimaSenegal #afrima8 pic.twitter.com/FZXuo9E9jy
— AFRIMA – All Africa Music Awards (@afrimaofficial) January 22, 2023
Congratulations to our winners on the “Continental Category” at the 8th AFRIMA In Senegal.
AFRIMA…For Hope, For Celebration#AfrimaTerangaEdition #allafricamusicawards #AfrimaSenegal #afrima8 pic.twitter.com/Gx7fzlYkl4
— AFRIMA – All Africa Music Awards (@afrimaofficial) January 23, 2023
Other continental champions such as Egyptian rapper Marwan Moussa followed closely, clinching two awards for “Best African Rapper/Lyricist,” as well as “Best Duo or Group in African Hip Hop” categories, respectively.
Importantly, in the non-voting category, the International Executive Committee bestowed the “Legend Award” for the 8th AFRIMA to three iconic Senegalese veterans including Youssou N’dour, Baaba Maal, and Ismail Lo.
All the winners across all the remaining 39 categories for the 8th AFRIMA in Senegal were decided by popular votes from music lovers. The voting period for the 8th AFRIMA began on September 25, 2022 and ended on Friday January 13, 2023. The voting procedure and results were reviewed and collated by an international auditor of great repute, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) – auditors of the Oscars.
Find the full list of winners for the 8th AFRIMA below:
Best Female Artiste in Western Africa: Josey Ft. Bonigo
Best Male Artiste in Southern Africa: Winky D
Best Female Artiste in Southern Africa: Makhadzi
Best Male Artiste in Northern Africa: A.L.A
Best Female Artiste in Northern Africa: Faouzia
Best Male Artiste in Central Africa: Fally Ipupa
Best Male Artiste in Eastern Africa: Kassmasse
Best Female Artiste in Eastern Africa: Muthaka
Song Of The Year: Didi B (Tala)
Album Of The Year: Burna Boy (Love, Damini)
Producer Of The Year: Shizzi (Peru Remix by Fireboy DML & Ed Sheeran)
Artist of The Year: Burna Boy
Breakout Artist of the Year: Asake
Most Promising Artist: Ans-T Crazy
African Fans Favourite: Oxlade (KU LO SA)
Best African DJ: DJ Lito
Best African Video : TG Omori (Buga by Kizz Daniel feat. Tekno)
Best African Rapper OR Lyricist : Marwan Moussa
Best Africa Collaboration: Davido feat. Focalistic (Champion Sound)
Best African Band / Duo / Group: The Cavemen & Made Kuti
Best African Act In Diaspora (Female): Faouzia
Best African Act In Diaspora (Male): Tion Wayne Ft. Davido & Jae5 (Who’s True)
Best Female Artist in Africa Inspirational Music: Irene Robert Ft. Rose Muhando (Hainidhuru)
Best Male Artist in Africa Inspirational Music: Davido Ft. Sunday Service Choir (Stand Strong)
Best Artist, Duo or Group in African Electro: Davido Ft. Focalistic (Champion Sound)
Best Artist, Duo or Group in African Hip-Hop : Marwan Moussa
Best Artist, Duo or Group in African RnB & Soul: Omah Lay
Best Artist, Duo or Group in African Reggae, Ragga, Dancehall: Teddy Afro
Best Artist, Duo or Group in African Contemporary: Adekunle Gold Ft. Fatoumata Diawara (Born Again)
Best Artist, Duo or Group in African Jazz: Gutu Abera
Best Artist, Duo or Group in African Pop: Adekunle Gold Ft. Davido (High)
Best Artist, Duo or Group in African Rock: Clayrocksu
Best Artiste, Duo or Group in African Traditional: Azaya Ft. Djelykaba Bintou
Best Artist, Duo or Group in African Dance or Choreography: Ans-T Crazy
Best Soundtrack Movie / Series / Documentary: Tems & Marvel (No Woman, No Cry)
Best Global Act: Anitta
Congratulations to all the winners, from us all at AE!
Source: africanentertainment.com