The first is the exciting entrant of the Best Ugandan Act, which recognises the host country’s star and rising talent. Arguably Uganda’s greatest export Eddy Kenzo who missed out on the list has broken silence on the awards. It’s a celebration not to be missed.”. In the Best Male category, Nigerians Burna Boy, Rema and Fireboy DML will face off against South African musos Kabza De Small and Master KG, as well as Tanzanian artist Harmonize, and Innoss’B from the Democratic Republic of Congo. African musicians featuring on the list of nominees include Khaligraph Jones Burna Boy, Busiswa, Davido, Diamond Platnumz, Innoss’B, Kabza De Small, John […] The two singers each scored nine nominations for the upcoming MTV VMAs , scheduled for next month. The nominees include Sheebah, Bebe Cool, John Blaq, Vinka, Daddy Andre, and Spice Diana. Innoss'B, Sho Madjozi, Diamond Platnumz and Burna Boy are among the nominees. The 2021 MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMAs) will be held in Kampala, Uganda on 20th February 2021 in a virtual setup that will be broadcast live on MTV Base (DStv Channel 322) and MTV (DStv Channel 130). MTV Base is bringing back its spectacular awards show and music celebration, MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMA) which will take place in Kampala, Uganda on February 20, 2021.Nominations for 2021 edition are officially in and some of your favorite entertainers scored big. Now in their sixth year, the awards seek to reward excellence in entrepreneurship, community leadership and the entrainment industry in Africa and the diaspora. After a four-year hiatus, the MTV Africa Music Awards is back and in February 2021, it will take place in Kampala, Uganda. The highly acclaimed award show will take place in Kampala, Uganda. Scroll on to see the complete list of MTV EMA nominees. Check out some of A-Reece's dedicated fans below: Briefly.co.za previously reported on when Bonang Matheba announced that the MTV Africa Music Awards would be returning with a ceremony in 2021. By Ayo Onikoyi MTV today announced nominations for the “2020 MTV EMAs, and Nigerian singers Burna Boy and Rema have been nominated for the Best African Act. As the country warms up to host MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMAs) early next year,the nomination list was released causing a social media uproar. MTV Africa Music Awards Kampala 2021 (MAMA) reveals Africa’s top acts with first nominees list. The MTV Africa Music Awards Kampala 2021 will be broadcast on MTV Base (DStv Channel 322) and MTV (DStv Channel 130). Now in their sixth year, the awards seek to reward excellence in entrepreneurship, community leadership and the entrainment industry in Africa and the diaspora. Artist of the Year. The show will also be aired on MTV channels across multiple continents as a one-hour MAMA-themed MTV World Stage feature. Voting for MAMA KAMPALA 2021 started yesterday, Wednesday 9 December at www.mtvmama.com , and affiliated Twitter, Facebook and Instagram accounts. 'Smile' – Wizkid ft. H.E.R. We extend our congratulations to everyone who has been recognised with a nomination.”. Please read our Terms of Use for more. 2020 MTV EMA Nominations: See the Complete List Lady Gaga, BTS and Justin Bieber received the most nods for the 2020 MTV Europe Music Awards. Kampala/Johannesburg/Lagos, 10 December 2020: MTV Africa Music Awards Kampala 2021 (MAMA) reveals Africa’s top acts with first nominees list. Talented African musicians feature from Burna Boy, Busiswa, Davido, Diamond Platnumz, Innoss’B, Kabza De Small, John Blaq, Master KG, Suspect 95, Sheebah, Soraia Ramos, Tiwa Savage, Yemi Alade and WizKid – who were each nominated for two awards. “The MAMA is a great platform to highlight the continent’s music and showcase the full spectrum of what the continent has to offer. The nominations in the music categories are selected by the MAMA Kampala 2021 Academy, an esteemed group of music industry, opinion formers and tastemakers from across the African continent who create a shortlist based on the artists and musicians who have received airplay on the channel over the previous year. Full list of nominees. MTV Base is bringing back its spectacular awards show and music celebration, MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMA) which will take place in Kampala, Uganda on February 20, 2021. Congratulations to all the nominees who continue to push the boundaries of creativity and authenticity, we are proud of your contribution to the continent’s music industry in taking Africa to the World. At least six Ugandan artistes received nominations in the different categories and below we unveil the the full list of nominees. MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMA) has revealed Africa’s top acts with first nominees list. The MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMA) is here! Disclaimer: Music In Africa provides a platform for musicians and contributors to embed music and videos solely for promotional purposes. MTV has released the first batch of nominees for the 2021 MTV Africa Music Awards showcasing Africa's best top music acts. The MTV Africa Music Awards (also known as the MAMAs) were established in 2008 by MTV Networks Africa (now Viacom International Media Networks Africa) to celebrate the most popular contemporary music in Africa.The 2008 and 2010 events took place in Nigeria, first in Abuja and then in Lagos.The 2009 event happened in Nairobi, capital of Kenya each of the premiere awards … Kabza De Small / DJ Maphorisa (South Africa), Fally Ipupa (Democratic Republic of Congo), Gaz Mawete (Democratic Republic of Congo), Alone Together: Best Lockdown Performance, Diamond Platnumz (Tanzania) – Africa Day Benefit Concert, Black Motion (South Africa) – Red Bull Rendezvous, Niniola ft Busiswa (Nigeria / SA) – Africa Day Benefit Concert, Yemi Alade (Nigeria) – Poverty (live session), HiPipo; the organisers of the Annual Digital Impact Awards Africa have released the nominees for…, MTV Africa and MTV Base have partnered with Uganda to host the continental flagship award…, The shortlist of nominees from various categories for the 28th edition of the annual CAF…, Full list of MTV Africa Music Awards nominees, List of Digital Impact Awards Africa nominees released, Shortlist of 2019 CAF Awards nominees unveiled, 2021 Elections: First batch of ballot papers arrive in Uganda, UPDF flags off Battle Group 31 to Somalia, EU to gov’t of Uganda: Respect political actors’ freedom of expression and peaceful assembly, Voter bribery, violence dominate Rubaga North local council elections, Fly Emirates rolls out #Covid-19 vaccination programme. 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