The highly anticipated Trace Awards & Summit 2025, one of Africa’s most prestigious musical events, is set to take place in Zanzibar on February 26. The ceremony aims to celebrate the continent’s and diaspora’s best talents, featuring artists from over 30 countries across Africa, South America, the Caribbean, the Indian Ocean, and Europe, competing in 24 diverse categories.
Amapiano artists from South Africa have emerged as dominant forces, earning multiple nominations across key categories, highlighting the genre’s global impact.
Amapiano artists nominees down below and their categories:
Song of the Year
Tyla: “Jump”
Tyler ICU: “Mnike”
Titom & Yuppe: “Tshwala Bam”
Best Collaboration
Titom & Yuppe & Burna Boy: “Tshwala Bam” (Remix)
Best Dancer
Kamo Mphela
Best DJ
Tyler ICU
Uncle Waffles
DJ Maphorisa
Kabza De Small
Best Global African Artist
Tyla
Tyler ICU
Best Female Artist
Tyla
Best Newcomer (sponsored by Johnnie Walker)
Nkosazana Daughter
Best Producer
Kelvin Momo: “Sewe”
DJ Maphorisa: “Mnike”
Kabza De Small: “Imithandazo”
Best Artist: Southern Africa
Titom & Yuppe
De Mthuda
Dlala Thukzin
Tyla
Uncle Waffles
Tyler ICU
With these impressive nominations, Amapiano’s influence on the global stage continues to grow, showcasing the vibrancy and talent of South African artists. Fans are eagerly awaiting the event to see if their favorites will take home the awards and further solidify the genre’s legacy.
