Award Categories

Best A&R Manager of the Year

Recognises an outstanding Artist & Repertoire professional who has demonstrated exceptional talent discovery, artist development, and creative direction within the African music industry.

Best Artist Manager of the Year

Recognises an artist manager who has demonstrated exceptional leadership, strategic planning, and career development in managing African music artists.

Breakthrough Independent Artist of the Year

Recognises an independent African artist who has achieved significant commercial or critical breakthrough during the eligibility period without major label support.

People's Choice Artist of the Year

A public-voted category recognising the African artist most loved by fans during the eligibility period.

Commercial Artist Enterprise Award

Recognises an African artist who has built a significant commercial enterprise beyond music, demonstrating exceptional business acumen.

Best Commercial Songwriter of the Year

Recognises an African songwriter whose work has achieved significant commercial success and cultural impact during the eligibility period.

Industry Champion Award

Recognises an individual who has made an extraordinary and sustained contribution to the development of Africa's music business industry.

Young Legend Award

Recognises an emerging young professional (35 and under) who has made an outstanding contribution to Africa's music business.

Best Artist Management Company

Recognises the African artist management company that has demonstrated outstanding results in managing artist careers.

Best Independent Music Publisher

Recognises an independent music publisher that has demonstrated excellence in copyright management and songwriter development in Africa.

Music Legal Excellence Award

Recognises a law firm, legal practice, or individual legal professional making an outstanding contribution to music business law in Africa.

Best Live Music Events Company of the Year

Recognises the African live music events company that has produced the most impactful live music experiences during the eligibility period.

Best Live Music Venue

Recognises the African live music venue that has provided the most outstanding environment for live music performance.

Best Booking Agency

Recognises the African booking agency that has demonstrated excellence in booking and representing African artists for live performances.

Best Music PR & Marketing Agency

Recognises the African music PR or marketing agency that has delivered outstanding campaigns and results for African music clients.

Best Independent Music Education Institution

Recognises an independent African institution making an outstanding contribution to music education and professional development.

Music Business Conference of the Year

Recognises the African music business conference or summit that has made the most significant contribution to industry knowledge and networking.

Lifetime Achievement in Music Business