Complete Winners List At The AFRIMA Awards 2025
The recently concluded AFRIMA Awards 2025, hosted by Nigerian rapper and actor Falz, took place on Sunday, January 11, 2026, celebrating outstanding achievements in African music. The highly anticipated event brought together top artists, industry stakeholders, and music lovers from across the continent.
This 9th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) was held at the Eko Convention Centre in Lagos, Nigeria, providing a grand stage for Africa’s finest musical talents. The ceremony showcased diverse sounds and cultures, reinforcing AFRIMA’s role in promoting African music globally.
The night was dominated by Nigerian superstar Rema, who won three major awards, highlighting his continued rise and influence in the industry. Burna Boy also made a strong statement by clinching the prestigious Album of the Year award, further cementing his legacy as one of Africa’s leading music icons.
Continental Winners at AFRIMA Awards 2025
- Artiste of the Year: Rema (Nigeria)
- Album of the Year: No Sign of Weakness – Burna Boy (Nigeria)
- Song of the Year: “Laho” – Shallipopi (Nigeria)
- Best African Collaboration: Shallipopi ft. Burna Boy – “Laho” (Nigeria)
- Most Promising Artiste of the Year: Qing Madi (Nigeria)
- African Fans’ Favourite: Chella (Nigeria)
- Producer of the Year: Element Eleéh & Mugisha Fred Robinson (Rwanda)
- Songwriter of the Year: Bakhaw Dioum – “Choix” (Senegal)
- Best African DJ: Uncle Waffles (Eswatini)
- Best African Act in African Hip-Hop: Phyno (Nigeria)
- Best African Artiste in RnB & Soul: Rema (Nigeria)
- Best African Act Reggae, Ragga & Dancehall: Takana Zion – “On My Eyes” (Guinea)
- Best Artiste, Duo or Group in African Contemporary: Axel Merryl (Benin)
- Best African Artiste, Duo or Group in African Jazz: Haddinqo (Ethiopia)
- Best Soundtrack in Movie, Series or Documentary: Yemi Alade – “You Are” from Iyanu (Nigeria)
- Best African Dance/Choreography: Weeha – “Dimama” (Ethiopia)
- Best African Video of the Year: “Ova” – Mbosso (Tanzania)
Genre & Special Categories
- Best Artiste in African Hip-Hop: Phyno (Nigeria)
- Best Artiste in RnB & Soul: Rema (Nigeria)
- Best Artiste in African Reggae, Ragga & Dancehall: Takana Zion (Guinea)
- Best Artiste in African Contemporary: Axel Merryl (Benin)
- Best Artiste in African Inspirational Music: Milo (Côte d’Ivoire)
- Best Soundtrack (Movie/Series): Yemi Alade – “You Are” (Iyanu)
- Best African Dance/Choreography: Weeha – “Dimama” (Ethiopia)
- Best African Video: “Ova” – Mbosso (Tanzania)
Best Regional AFRIMA Awards 2025 winners
- Best Male Artiste in Western Africa: Rema (Nigeria)
- Best Female Artiste in Western Africa: Wendy Shay (Ghana)
- Best Male Artiste in Eastern Africa: Jux (Tanzania)
- Best Female Artiste in Eastern Africa: Denise (Madagascar)
- Best Male Artiste in Central Africa: Singuila (Congo)
- Best Female Artiste in Central Africa: Cindy Le Coeur (DRC)
- Best Male Artiste in Northern Africa: El Grande Toto (Morocco)
- Best Female Artiste in Northern Africa: Sherine (Egypt)
- Best Male Artiste in Southern Africa: Yo Maps (Zambia)
- Best Female Artiste in Southern Africa: Makhadzi (South Africa)
