Burna Boy, Davido, DJ Maphorisa Lead AFRIMA 2026 Race

Africa’s biggest music awards ceremony is shaping up for an intense contest as Burna Boy, Davido and DJ Maphorisa emerge as leading contenders ahead of the 2026 All Africa Music Awards.

The trio have secured multiple nominations in major categories, reflecting their influence across different regions of the continent. Burna Boy enters the awards backed by another strong year of global performances and releases, while Davido’s recent projects have kept him firmly in the spotlight.

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South African producer and artist DJ Maphorisa also stands out after a dominant run of collaborations and production credits that cut across borders and genres. His nominations underline the growing interconnectedness of African music scenes.

Organisers say this year’s edition is expected to attract thousands of industry players and performers, reinforcing AFRIMA’s role as one of the continent’s most important cultural platforms.

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