Award Categories
Our award categories celebrate exceptional individuals whose work has shaped Africa’s present and future. From honoring a lifetime of impact to preserving the richness of our cultural heritage, these awards recognize excellence, dedication, and legacy.
💽 Legacy Label Award
Recognizing record labels that shaped African music history. From talent discovery to timeless hits, their legacy echoes through generations.
🎧 Afrobeat Mix King/Queen Award
Celebrating DJs who move the masses with Afrobeat energy. Masters of the mix, they set the vibe, own the night, and keep the culture alive.
📺 AfroMedia Powerhouse Award
Honoring music TV and media platforms that have championed African sound and stories. They brought our beats to the screens and our voices to the world.
🎤 AfroStage Builder Award
Honoring legendary African show promoters who created the platforms where music came alive. Their vision turned stages into movements and concerts into culture.
🎙️ Voice of the People Award
Honoring African music legends whose songs gave voice to the struggles, hopes, and spirit of the people. Their music moved nations, sparked change, and became the anthem of generations.
🎶 Legacy Sound Award
The Legacy Sound Award honors beat makers dedicated to preserving and promoting African cultural heritage through rhythm and sound, ensuring its legacy lives on for future generations.
🛡️ Cultural Preservation Award
This award is to honors those dedicated to protecting and promoting African cultural heritage, ensuring its survival for future generations.
🌟 Lifetime Achievement Award
To honor an African individual for decades of outstanding contribution, leadership, and lasting impact in their field and across the continent.
🤝 Companion of African Music
Award to honors an individual or group whose work has significantly advanced African music. It recognizes exceptional contributions to the growth, promotion, and global appreciation of African musical traditions, innovation, and influence.