Quest FM TV News – The All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) has officially released its list of nominees for the 2025 edition, marking another milestone in the celebration of African music and artistry. This year’s edition shattered records with 10,717 entries, reflecting the growing global recognition of African music and its diverse talents.
Leading the pack are Nigerian megastars Burna Boy and Davido, who each earned five nominations. Both artists will go head-to-head in the coveted Album of the Year category with their respective projects “No Sign of Weakness” and “5ive.” They also share nominations in Song of the Year and Best Collaboration, further intensifying their long-standing rivalry on the continental stage.
Nigeria’s fast-rising star Shallipopi secured four nominations, including Artiste of the Year and Song of the Year for his hit collaboration “Laho.” Meanwhile, Ayra Starr, one of Afrobeats’ brightest voices, landed two key nominations, including Artiste of the Year, where she will compete against Burna Boy, Davido, and Moroccan rapper El Grande Toto.
The nominee list also reflects the pan-African diversity of talent. South Africa’s DJ Maphorisa, Morocco’s El Grande Toto, Senegal’s Mia Guissè, and Ghana’s Molly each earned five nominations, cementing their influence on the continental music scene. Tanzanian heavyweight Diamond Platnumz, South Africa’s Grammy-winning sensation Tyla, and Eswatini’s Uncle Waffles each picked up four nominations.
The 2025 AFRIMA Awards are scheduled to take place in Lagos, Nigeria, from November 25 to 30. The week-long celebration will include a series of side events such as the AFRIMA Music Village, the Africa Music Business Summit, the Nominees Party, and the grand finale on November 30.
The ceremony will be broadcast across 84 countries, further showcasing Africa’s growing cultural and musical footprint on the global stage.
Speaking on the unveiling, AFRIMA Jury Member Delani Makhalima praised the diversity and global reach of the nominees. “Their voices have been silent for the longest, but today African music has gone global,” he said. “AFRIMA is the biggest music entity on the continent, and with this diverse range of nominees, we see the richness, depth, and global impact of Africa’s music.”
As anticipation builds, music lovers across the continent and beyond will be watching closely to see which artists will take home the continent’s most prestigious music honors.
Report by: Enarevwa Charity | Edited by: Chris Odjomah