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Kendrick Lamar, Tiwa Savage, Davido, Burna Boy – All The Nominees For The 2026 NAACP Image Awards

Nominations for the 57th NAACP Image Awards have been officially unveiled, celebrating another year of Black excellence across  music, film, and television.

 

This year’s list sees heavyweights like Kendrick Lamar continuing his dominance, while Afrobeats giants Tiwa SavageDavido, and Burna Boy secure major nods, highlighting the genre’s unstoppable global reach.

 

The “Outstanding International Song” and “Outstanding  Music Video” categories are stacked with African superstars, proving that the sound of the continent is firmly at the centre of the global stage.

 

Fresh off a prolific year, Kendrick Lamar is once again a top contender. The Pulitzer Prize-winning rapper is nominated for Entertainer of the Year, a category that pits him against industry titans like Cynthia Erivo, Keke Palmer, and Kevin Hart.

 

Kendrick’s collaboration with SZA, “Luther,” has also earned a nod for Outstanding Music Video/Visual Album. Furthermore, he is a strong contender in the Outstanding Male Artist category and is featured in the Outstanding Hip Hop/Rap Song category for the “Chains & Whips” remix alongside Clipse and Pusha T.

Winners in select categories will be revealed during a two-hour live TV special, airing Saturday, Feb. 28, from the Pasadena Civic Auditorium in Pasadena, California, at 8 p.m. ET/PT on BET and simulcast on CBS. Actor/comedian/writer Deon Cole is set to host the show. This year’s theme is “We See You.”

Below is the full list of nominations.

Entertainer of the Year

Cynthia Erivo

Doechii

Kendrick Lamar

Michael B. Jordan

Teyana Taylor

 

Outstanding Album

Am I The Drama? – Cardi B (Atlantic Records)

Beloved – GIVĒON (Epic Records)

Let God Sort Em Out – Clipse, Pusha T, Malice (Roc Nation Distribution)

Mutt Deluxe: Heel – Leon Thomas (EZMNY Records/Motown Records)

SOS Deluxe: LANA – SZA (RCA Records/Top Dawg Entertainment)             

         

Outstanding Song – Soul/R&B

Arts & Entertainment

“Folded” – Kehlani (Atlantic Records)

“Burning Blue” – Mariah the Scientist (Epic Records)

“It Depends” – Chris Brown feat. Bryson Tiller (RCA Records/Chris Brown Entertainment)

“Yes It Is” – Leon Thomas (EZMNY Records/Motown Records)

“Bed of Roses” – Teyana Taylor (Def Jam Recordings)

                                                       

Outstanding Song – Hip-Hop/Rap

“Anxiety” – Doechii (Top Dawg Entertainment/Capitol Records)

“Chains & Whips” – Clipse, Kendrick Lamar, Pharrell Williams, Pusha T, Malice (Roc Nation Distribution)

“ErrTime” – Cardi B (Atlantic Records)

“Ride (Remix)” – Chance the Rapper feat. Do or Die & Twista (CTR LLC)

“Typa” – GloRilla (CMG/Interscope Records)

                                                           

Outstanding Male Artist

Bryson Tiller – “Solace” & “The Vices” (RCA Records/TrapSoul)

Chris Brown – “It Depends” feat. Byrson Tiller (RCA Records/Chris Brown Entertainment)

GIVĒON – “Beloved” (Epic Records)

Kendrick Lamar – “luther” (pgLang under exclusive license to Interscope Records)

Leon Thomas – MUTT Deluxe: Heel (EZMNY Records/Motown Records)

 

Outstanding Female Artist

Alex Isley – “Hands” (Warner Records)

Cardi B – Am I the Drama? (Atlantic Records)

Doechii – “Anxiety” (Top Dawg Entertainment/Capitol Records)

SZA – SOS Deluxe: LANA (RCA Records/Top Dawg Entertainment)

Arts & Entertainment

Teyana Taylor – Escape Room (Def Jam Recordings)

 

Outstanding Duo, Group or Collaboration (Traditional)

803Fresh feat. Fantasia – “Boots on the Ground Remix” (Snake Eyez Music Group/Artist Partner Group)

Clipse, Kendrick Lamar, Pharrell Williams, Pusha T, Malice – “Chains & Whips” (Roc Nation Distribution)

Cynthia Erivo & Ariana Grande – “For Good” (Republic Records)

Mariah Carey, The Clark Sisters – “Jesus I Do” (gamma.)

Travis Greene & Andra Day – “Let Freedom Ring” (Greenelight Music/TRIBL Records)

 

Outstanding Duo, Group or Collaboration (Contemporary)

Cardi B, Kehlani – “Safe” (Atlantic Records)

Music & Audio

Chris Brown feat. Bryson Tiller & Usher – “It Depends (Remix)” (RCA Records/Chris Brown Entertainment)

kwn feat. Kehlani – “Worst Behavior” (RCA Records)

FLO – “The Mood (Remixes)” (Uptown Records/Republic Records)

Leon Thomas & Chris Brown – “MUTT (Remix)” (EZMNY Records/Motown Records)

 

Outstanding New Artist       

Elmiene – “Useless Without You” (Def Jam Recordings)

Lee Vasi – “Love Me to Life” (Capitol CMG/Leeda Music Group)

Madison McFerrin – “Scorpio” (MadMcFerrin Music LLC)

Monaleo – “Who Did the Body?” (Columbia Records)

Ravyn Lenae – “Bicycle Race” (Atlantic Records)

 

Outstanding Jazz Album

For Dinah – Ledisi (Candid Records)

We Insist! 2025 – Terri Lyne Carrington & Christie Dashiell (Candid Records)

Beneath the Skin – Nnenna Freelon (Origin Records)

Live-Action – Nate Smith – Nate Smith (Naive)

Griot Songs – Omar Thomas Large Ensemble (Omar Thomas  Music)

 

Outstanding Gospel/Christian Album

Jekalyn X The Legends – Jekalyn Carr (Waynorth Music)

Live at Maverick City – Maverick City Music (Tribl Records, LLC)

Only on the Road (Live) – Tye Tribbett (Freligious Music)

Tasha – Tasha Cobbs Leonard (Motown Gospel)

The Live Reunion: Washington D.C. – JJ Hairson and Youthful Praise (James Town Music)

 

Outstanding International Song

In Our Sight – Skip Marley (Def Jam Recordings)

Is It – Tyla (Epic Records)

Love – Burna Boy (Spaceship/Bad Habit/Atlantic Records)

With You – Davido feat. Omah Lay (RCA Records/Sony Music UK)

You4Me – Tiwa Savage (Everything Savage/EMPIRE)

 

Outstanding Music Video/Visual Album

“Anxiety” – Doechii (Top Dawg Entertainment/Capitol Records)

“Boots on the Ground” – 803Fresh (Snake Eyez Music Group/APG)

Music & Audio

“Escape Room” – Teyana Taylor (Def Jam Recordings)

“Folded”– Kehlani (Atlantic Records)

“luther” – Kendrick Lamar & SZA (pgLang under exclusive license to Interscope Records

 

Outstanding Soundtrack/Compilation Album

Godfather of Harlem: Season 4 (Original Series Soundtrack) (Epic Records, a division of Sony Music Entertainment)

Highest 2 Lowest (Original Soundtrack) (A24)

Sinners (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) (Proximity Media LLC, under exclusive license to Masterworks, a label of Sony Music Entertainment)

The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder: Season 3 (Music from the Series) (Walt Disney Records)

Wicked: For Good (The Soundtrack) (Republic Records)

Arts & Entertainment

Outstanding Gospel/Christian Song

“Church” – Tasha Cobbs Leonard feat John Legend (Motown Gospel)

“Constant – Live” – Maverick City Music, Jordin Sparks, Chandler Moore, Anthony Gargiula (Tribl Records)

“Do it Again” – Kirk Franklin (Fo Yo Soul Recordings/Tribl Records)

“Don’t Faint” – Jekalyn Carr (Waynorth Music)

“Jesus I Do” – Mariah Carey feat. The Clark Sisters (gamma.)

 

Outstanding Original Score for Television/Film

Boots (Madison Gate Records)

Eyes of Wakanda Original Soundtrack (Hollywood Records)

Marvel’s Ironheart: Vol. 1 (Original Soundtrack) (Hollywood Records)

One of Them Days (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) (Madison Gate Records, TriStar Productions)Sinners (Original Motion Picture Score) (Proximity Media LLC, under exclusive license to Sony Classical, a label of Sony Music Entertainment)

Music & Audio

Outstanding Motion Picture

Highest 2 Lowest (A24)

One of Them Days (Sony Pictures Releasing)

Sarah’s Oil (Amazon MGM Studios)

Sinners (Warner Bros. Pictures)

Wicked: For Good (Universal Pictures)

 

Outstanding Actor in a Motion Picture

André Holland – Love, Brooklyn (Greenwich Entertainment)

Denzel Washington – Highest 2 Lowest (A24)

Michael B. Jordan – Sinners (Warner Bros. Pictures)

Arts & Entertainment

Nnamdi Asomugha – The Knife (Relatively Media)

Tyriq Withers – HIM (Monkeypaw Productions)

 

Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture

Cynthia Erivo – Wicked: For Good (Universal Pictures)

Danielle Deadwyler – 40 Acres (Magnolia Pictures)

Keke Palmer – One of Them Days (Sony Pictures Releasing)

Kerry Washington – Shadow Force (Lionsgate)

Tessa Thompson – Hedda (Amazon MGM Studios)

 

Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture

A$AP Rocky – Highest 2 Lowest (A24)

Damson Idris – F1 (Apple Original Films)

Delroy Lindo – Sinners (Warner Bros. Pictures)

Jeffrey Wright – Highest 2 Lowest (A24)

Miles Caton – Sinners (Warner Bros. Pictures)

 

Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture

Janelle James – One of Them Days (Sony)

Jayme Lawson – Sinners (Warner Bros. Pictures)

Regina Hall – One Battle After Another (Warner Bros. Pictures)

Teyana Taylor – One Battle After Another (Warner Bros. Pictures)

Wunmi Mosaku – Sinners (Warner Bros. Pictures)

 

Outstanding Independent Motion Picture

40 Acres (Magnolia Pictures)

Love, Brooklyn (Greenwich Entertainment)

Magazine Dreams (Briarcliff Entertainment)

Opus (A24)

Unexpected Christmas (3 Diamonds Entertainment)

 

Outstanding International Motion Picture

40 Acres (Magnolia Pictures)

My Father’s Shadow (MUBI)

Souleymane’s Story (Kino Lorber)

The Fisherman (Luu Vision Media)

The Secret Agent (NEON)

 

Outstanding Breakthrough Performance in a Motion Picture

A$AP Rocky – Highest 2 Lowest (A24)

Chase Infiniti – One Battle After Another (Warner Bros. Pictures)

Miles Caton – Sinners (Warner Bros. Pictures)

Tabitha Brown – Unexpected Christmas (3 Diamonds Films)

Tyriq Withers – HIM (Monkeypaw Productions)

 

Outstanding Ensemble Cast in a Motion Picture

Michael B. Jordan, Hailee Steinfeld, Miles Caton, Jack O’Connell, Wunmi Mosaku, Jayme Lawson, Omar Miller, Buddy Guy, Delroy Lindo, Peter Dreimanis, Lola Kirke, Li Jun Li, Saul Williams, Yao – Sinners (Warner Bros. Pictures)

Keke Palmer, SZA, Vanessa Bell Calloway, Lil Rel Howery, Katt Williams – One of Them Days (Sony Pictures Releasing)

Jonathan Bailey, Marissa Bode, Coleman Domingo, Cynthia Erivo, Jeff Goldblum, Ariana Grande, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang, Michelle Yeoh – Wicked: For Good (Universal Pictures)

Denzel Washington, Jeffrey Wright, Ilfenesh Hadera, A$AP Rocky – Highest 2 Lowest (A24)

Idris Elba, Rebecca Ferguson, Gabriel Basso, Jared Harris, Tracy Letts, Anthony Ramos, Moses Ingram, Jonah Hauer-King, Greta Lee, Jason Clarke – A House of Dynamite (Netflix)

 

Outstanding Animated Motion Picture

Elio (Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)

KPop Demon Hunters (Netflix)

Sneaks (Briarcliff Entertainment)

The Bad Guys 2 (DreamWorks Animation)

Arts & Entertainment

Zootopia 2 (Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)

 

Outstanding Character Voice-Over Performance – Motion Picture

Anthony Mackie – Sneaks (Briarcliff Entertainment)

Craig Robinson – The Bad Guys 2 (DreamWorks Animation)

Danielle Brooks – The Bad Guys 2 (DreamWorks Animation)

Lil Rel Howery – Dog Man (DreamWorks Animation)

Quinta Brunson – Zootopia 2 (Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)

 

Outstanding Short Form (Live Action)

ADO (Baylor University)

Before You Let Go (Find Your People Program)

Best Eyes (American Film Institute Conservatory)

Ella (Netflix)

Food for the Soul (P.A. Works)

 

Outstanding Short Form (Animated)

ASALI: Power of The Pollinators (Upenndo! Productions)

Black Man, Black Man (Chainwheel Productions)

Captain Zero: Into the Abyss Part II (Cutting Edge Animation)

Jazzy Bells (Deep C Digital)

Wednesdays with Gramps (DreamWorks Animation)

 

Outstanding Breakthrough Creative (Motion Picture)

Cassandra Mann – Unexpected Christmas (3 Diamonds Entertainment LLC)

Contessa Gayles – Songs from the Hole (Netflix)

Nnamdi Asomugha – The Knife (Relativity Media)

R.T. Thorne – 40 Acres (Magnolia Pictures)

Rachael Abigail Holder – Love, Brooklyn (Greenwich Entertainment)

 

Outstanding Performance by a Youth in a Motion Picture

Amari Price – The Knife (Relativity Media)

Estella K. Kahiha – The Woman in the Yard (Athena Studios)

Jahleel Kamara – Shadow Force (Lionsgate)

Naya Desir-Johnson – Sarah’s Oil (Amazon MGM Studios)

Peyton Jackson – The Woman in the Yard (Universal Pictures)

 

Outstanding Cinematography in a Motion Picture

Autumn Durald Arkapaw, ASC – Sinners (Warner Bros. Pictures)

Kira Kelly – HIM (Universal Pictures)

Martim Vian – Love, Brooklyn (Greenwich)

Sean Bobbitt – Hedda (Amazon MGM Studios)

Shabier Kirchner – Materialists (A24)

 

Outstanding Comedy Series

Abbott Elementary (ABC)

Harlem (Prime Video)

Survival of the Thickest (Netflix)

The Residence (Netflix)

The Upshaws (Netflix)

 

Outstanding Actor in a Comedy Series

Cedric The Entertainer – The Neighborhood (CBS)

David Alan Grier – St. Denis Medical (NBC)

David Oyelowo – Government Cheese (Apple TV)

Mike Epps – The Upshaws (Netflix)

Vince Staples – The Vince Staples Show (Netflix)

 

Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series

Ayo Edebiri – The Bear (FX/Hulu)

Maya Rudolph – Loot (Apple TV)

Michelle Buteau – Survival of the Thickest (Netflix)

Quinta Brunson – Abbott Elementary (ABC)

Uzo Aduba – The Residence (Netflix)

 

Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series

Colman Domingo – The Four Seasons (Netflix)

Giancarlo Esposito – The Residence (Netflix)

Josh Johnson – The Daily Show (Comedy Central)

Wendell Pierce – Elsbeth (CBS)

William Stanford Davis – Abbott Elementary (ABC)

 

Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series

Edwina Finley – The Residence (Netflix)

Ego Nwodim – Saturday Night Live (NBC)

Janelle James – Abbott Elementary (ABC)

Jerrie Johnson – Harlem (Prime Video)

Wanda Sykes – The Upshaws (Netflix)

 

Outstanding Drama Series

Bel-Air (Peacock)

Beyond the Gates (CBS)

Forever (Netflix)

Paradise (Hulu)

Reasonable Doubt (Hulu)

 

Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series

Forest Whitaker – Godfather of Harlem (MGM+)

Jabari Banks – Bel-Air (Peacock)

Michael Cooper Jr. – Forever (Netflix)

Morris Chestnut – Watson (CBS)

Sterling K. Brown – Paradise (ABC)

 

Outstanding Actress in a Drama Series

Angela Bassett – 9-1-1 (ABC)

Emayatzy Corinealdi – Reasonable Doubt (Hulu)

Lovie Simone – Forever (Netflix)

Patina Miller – Power Book III: Raising Kanan (STARZ)

Queen Latifah – The Equalizer (CBS)

 

Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series

Adrian Holmes – Bel-Air (Peacock)

Ato Essandoh – The Diplomat (Netflix)

Caleb McLaughlin – Stranger Things (Netflix)

Jacob Latimore – The Chi (Showtime)

Wood Harris – Forever (Netflix)

 

Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series

Aisha Hinds – 9-1-1 (ABC)

Audra McDonald – The Gilded Age (HBO Max)

Karen Pittman – Forever (Netflix)

Karen Pittman – The Morning Show (Apple TV)

Nicole Beharie – The Morning Show (Apple TV)

 

Outstanding Limited Television (Series, Special, or Movie)

G20 (Prime Video)

Ironheart (Disney+)

Ruth & Boaz (Netflix)

Straw (Netflix)

Washington Black (Hulu)

 

Outstanding Actor in a Limited Television (Series, Special, or Movie)

Brian Tyree Henry – Dope Thief (Apple TV)

Giancarlo Esposito – Please Don’t Feed the Children (Tubi)

Idris Elba – Heads of State (Prime Video)

Taye Diggs – Terry McMillan Presents: His, Hers & Ours (Lifetime)

Tyler Lepley – Ruth & Boaz (Netflix)

 

Outstanding Actress in a Limited Television (Series, Special, or Movie)

Brandy Norwood – Christmas Everyday (Lifetime)

Dominique Thorne – Ironheart (Disney+)

Serayah – Ruth & Boaz (Netflix)

Taraji P. Henson – Straw (Netflix)

Viola Davis – G20 (Prime Video)

 

Outstanding News/Information (Series or Special)

CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip (CNN)

Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr. (PBS)

Hurricane Katrina: 20 Years After the Storm With Robin Roberts (ABC)

Michelle Obama: The Style, The Power, The Look:  A Conversation with Robin Roberts (ABC)

The Don Lemon Show (YouTube)

 

Outstanding Talk Series

House Guest (YouTube TV)

Sherri (Syndicated)

Tamron Hall Show (ABC)

The Jennifer Hudson Show (Syndicated)

The View (ABC)

 

Outstanding Reality Program/Reality Competition Services/Game Show

Celebrity Family Feud (ABC)

Dancing with the Stars (ABC)

Full Court Press (ESPN, ESPN+)

Love & Marriage: Huntsville (OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network)

Ready to Love (OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network)

 

Outstanding Variety (Series or Special)

Tiny Desk Concerts Celebrates Black  Music Month 2025 (NPR)

Music & Audio

HBCU Honors (BET Networks)

BET Awards 2025 (BET Networks)

Wicked: One Wonderful Night (NBC)

Ali Siddiq: My Two Sons (YouTube/Moment PPV)

 

Outstanding Children’s Program

Eyes of Wakanda (Disney+)

Gracie’s Corner (YouTube TV)

Iyanu (Cartoon Network)

Percy Jackson and the Olympians (Disney+)

Reading Rainbow (KidZuko)

 

Outstanding Performance by a Youth (Series, Special, Television Movie or Limited–Series)

Amanda Christine – IT: Welcome to Derry (HBO Max)

Blake Cameron James – IT: Welcome to Derry (HBO Max)

Jeremiah Felder – The Residence (Netflix)

Leah Sava Jeffries – Percy Jackson and the Olympians (Disney+)

Percy Daggs IV – Paradise (Hulu)

 

Outstanding Host in a Talk or News/Information (Series or Special) – Individual or Ensemble

Abby Phillip  – CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip (CNN)

Don Lemon – The Don Lemon Show (YouTube)

Henry Louis Gates, Jr. – Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates. Jr. (PBS)

Scott Evans – House Guest (YouTube TV)

Sherri Shepherd –  Sherri (Syndicated)

 

Outstanding Host in a Reality/Reality Competition, Game Show or Variety (Series or Special) – Individual or Ensemble

Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough – Dancing with the Stars (ABC)

Barbara Corcoran, Lori Greiner, Robert Herjavec, Daymond John, Daniel Lubetzky, Kevin O’Leary – Shark Tank (ABC)

Bozoma St. John and Jimmy Fallon – On Brand with Jimmy Fallon (NBC)

Kevin Hart – BET Awards 2025 (BET Networks)

Steve Harvey – Celebrity Family Feud (ABC)

 

Outstanding Guest Performance

Brandee Evans – Reasonable Doubt (Hulu)

Dave Chappelle – Saturday Night Live (NBC)

Janet Hubert – Bel-Air (Peacock)

Malcolm-Jamal Warner – Murder in a Small Town (FOX)

Morris Chestnut – Reasonable Doubt (Hulu)

 

Outstanding Animated Series

Disney Jr.’s Ariel (Disney Jr.)

Gracie’s Corner (YouTube TV)

Iyanu (Cartoon Network)

Lil Kev (BET+)

Weather Hunters (PBS KIDS)

 

Outstanding Character Voice-Over Performance (Television)

Anika Noni Rose – The Mighty Nein (Prime Video)

Ayo Edebiri – Big Mouth (Netflix)

Cedric the Entertainer – The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder (Disney+)

Graceyn Hollingsworth – Gracie’s Corner (YouTube TV)

Kyla Pratt – The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder (Disney+)

 

Outstanding Short Form Series or Special – Reality/Nonfiction/Documentary

College Gameday: Michael Vick (ESPN)

Glam Through the Ages (KeyTV Network)

Noochie’s Live From the Front Porch (YouTube TV)

The Apple Music Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show starring Kendrick Lamar (FOX)

Music & Audio

The Daily Show: After The Cut (Comedy Central)

 

Outstanding Breakthrough Creative (Television)

Chinaka Hodge – Ironheart (Disney+)

Daniel Lawrence Taylor – Boarders (Tubi)

Haolu Wang – Black Mirror (Netflix)

Jas Summers – Stay (Hulu)

Tearrance Averelle Chisolm – Demascus (Tubi)

 

Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited Television (Series, Special, Movie)

Glynn Turman – Straw (Netflix)

Jay Ellis – All Her Fault (Peacock)

Rockmond Dunbar – Straw (Netflix)

Sterling K. Brown – Washington Black (Hulu)

Ving Rhames – Dope Thief (Apple TV)

 

Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited Television (Series, Special, or Movie)

Angela Bassett – Zero Day (Netflix)

Lyric Ross – Ironheart (Disney+)

Marsai Martin – G20 (Prime Video)

Sherri Shepherd – Straw (Netflix)

Teyana Taylor – Straw (Netflix)

 

Outstanding Documentary (Film)

Being Eddie (Netflix)

Fatherless No More (First Gen Films)

Left Behind (Corso Films)

The Perfect Neighbor (Netflix)

Who in the Hell is Regina Jones? (Weigel Productions)

 

Outstanding Documentary (Television)

A Star Without a Star: The Untold Juanita Moore Story (Apple TV)

Eyes on the Prize III: We Who Believe in Freedom Cannot Rest 1977-2015 (HBO Max)

Great Migrations: A People on the Move (PBS)

High Horse: The Black Cowboy (Peacock)

Number One on the Call Sheet (Apple TV)

 

Outstanding Short Form Documentary (Film)

Black Longevity (Apt. 5f)

CIRILO, A Legacy Untold (JOCMedia & Entertainment)

Arts & Entertainment

Freeman Vines (Switchboard)

Masaka Kids, a Rhythm Within (Netflix)

The Ebony Canal: A Story of Black Infant Health (Ya Momz House)

 

Outstanding Writing in a Comedy Series

Aisha Muharrar – Hacks – “Clickable Face” (HBO Max)

Frida Perez – The Studio – “The War” (Apple TV)

Lizzy Darrell – Abbott Elementary – “100th Day of School” (ABC)

Monique D. Hall – Sesame Street – “Tamir’s Art Show” (MAX)

Naomi Ekperigin – St. Denis Medical – “Buffalo Bruce and the Matty Kid” (NBC)

 

Outstanding Writing in a Drama Series

Ajani Jackson – Law & Order – “Episode 10” (NBC)

Bryce Ahart, Stephanie McFarlane – FBI – “Episode 12” (CBS)

C.A. Johnson – The Beast in Me – “Thanatos” (Netflix)

Cynthia Adarkwa – The Pitt -“12:00 P.M.” (HBO Max)

Walter Mosley – The Lowdown – “Tulsa Turnaround” (FX/Hulu)

 

Outstanding Writing in a Television Movie, Documentary or Special

Aireka Muse – Friends & Lovers (Lifetime Movie Network)

Jas Summers – Stay (Hulu)

Jerrod Carmichael – Jerrod Carmichael: Don’t Be Gay (HBO Max)

Michael Elliot, Cory Tynan – Ruth & Boaz (Netflix)

Roye Okupe and Brandon Easton – Iyanu: The Age of Wonders (Cartoon Network)

 

Outstanding Writing in a Motion Picture

Chloé Zhao – Hamnet (Focus Features)

Nora Garrett – After the Hunt (Amazon MGM Studios)

Ryan Coogler – Sinners (Warner Bros. Pictures)

Syreeta Singleton – One of Them Days (Sony Pictures Releasing)

Walter Mosley, Nadia Latif – The Man in My Basement (Andscape)

 

Outstanding Directing in a Comedy Series

Amy Aniobi – Survival of the Thickest – “It’s Not a Mo’Ment, It’s a Movement, Bitch!” (Netflix)

Colman Domingo – The Four Seasons – “Ultimate Frisbee” (Netflix)

Paul Hunter – Government Cheese – “Father Facts, Figures, and Failures” (Apple TV)

Theodore Witcher – Demascus – “The Thanksgiving Episode” (Tubi)

Tyler James Williams – Abbott Elementary – “The Science Fair” (ABC)

 

Outstanding Directing in a Drama Series

Angela Barnes – Ironheart – “The Past Is the Past” (Disney+)

Anton Cropper – Reasonable Doubt – “Feelin’ It” (Hulu)

Jet Wilkinson – The Copenhagen Test – “Copenhagen” (Peacock)

Mario Van Peebles – Power Book III: Raising Kanan – “Allow Me to Re-Introduce Myself” (STARZ)

Salli Richardson-Whitfield – The Gilded Age – “My Mind Is Made Up” (HBO Max)

 

Outstanding Directing in a Television Movie, Documentary or Special

Alanna Brown – Ruth & Boaz (Netflix)

Nicole G. Leier – Trapped in the Spotlight (Lifetime)

Olatunde Osunsanmi – Star Trek: Section 31 (Paramount+)

Tailiah Breon – Not My Family: The Monique Smith Story (A&E)

Troy A. Scott – I’ll Never Let You Go (Lifetime)

 

Outstanding Directing in a Motion Picture

Elijah Bynum – Magazine Dreams (Briarcliff Entertainment)

Arts & Entertainment

Guillermo del Toro – Frankenstein (Netflix)

Lawrence Lamont – One of Them Days (Sony Pictures Releasing)

R.T. Thorne – 40 Acres (Magnolia Pictures)

Ryan Coogler – Sinners (Warner Bros. Pictures)

 

Outstanding Directing in a Documentary (Television or Film)

Ahmir ‘Questlove’ Thompson – Sly Lives! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) (Hulu)

Andre Gaines – Boo-Yah – A Portrait of Stuart Scott (ESPN)

Contessa Gayles – Songs from the Hole (Netflix)

Reginald Hudlin, Shola Lynch – Number One on the Call Sheet (Apple TV)

Yemi Oyediran – King of Them All: The Story of King Records (PBS)

 

Outstanding Literary Work – Fiction

Can’t Get Enough – Kennedy Ryan (Forever/Grand Central Publishing/Hachette Book Group)

Chronicles of Ori: An African Epic – Harmonia Rosales (W. W. Norton & Company)

Death of the Author – Nnedi Okorafor (William Morrow)

Happy Land – Dolen Perkins-Valdez (Berkley, Penguin Random House)

Harlem Rhapsody – Victoria Christopher Murray (Berkley, Penguin Random House)

 

Outstanding Literary Work – Non-Fiction

A More Perfect Party: The Night Shirley Chisholm & Diahann Carroll Reshaped Politics – Juanita Tolliver (Legacy Lit/Hachette Book Group)

Born in Flames – Bench Ansfield (W. W. Norton & Company)

From These Roots – Tamara Lanier (Penguin Random House, Crown)

Hidden Hospitality: Untold Stories of Black Hotel, Motel, and Resort Owners from the Pioneer Days to the Civil Rights Era – Calvin Stovall Jr. (Brown Books Publishing Group)

I Am Nobody’s Slave – Lee Hawkins (HarperCollins Publishers)

 

Outstanding Literary Work – Debut Author

Anela Malik – American Soul: The Black History of Food in the United States (National Geographic Partners, LLC)

Charles B. Fancher – Red Clay (Blackstone Publishing)

Dr. Judith Joseph – High Functioning: Overcome Your Hidden Depression and Reclaim Your Joy (Little, Brown Spark)

Lorna Lewis – A Sky Full of Love (Lake Union)

Zoe B. Wallbrook – History Lessons (Soho Crime)

 

Outstanding Literary Work – Biography/ Autobiography

107 Days – Kamala Harris (Simon & Schuster)

The Look – Michelle Obama (Crown)

Toni at Random – Dana A. Williams (Amistad, HarperCollins)

Truly – Lionel Richie (HarperOne)

Uncommon Favor: Basketball, North Philly, My Mother, and the Life Lessons I Learned from All Three – Dawn Staley (Black Privilege Publishing (Atria Books, Simon & Schuster)

 

Outstanding Literary Work – Instructional

American Soul: The Black History of Food in the United States – Anela Malik (National Geographic Partners, LLC)

Braided Heritage: Recipes and Stories on the Origin of American Cuisine – Dr. Jessica Harris (Penguin Random House/Clarkson Potter)

We the Pizza: Slangin’ Pies and Savin’ Lives – Muhammad Abdul-Hadi (Penguin Random House/Clarkson Potter)

Who Better Than You? – Will Packer (Penguin Random House)

Wine Pairing for the People – Cha McCoy (Harvest, an imprint of William Morrow, HarperCollins)

 

Outstanding Literary Work – Poetry

Death of the First Idea – Rickey Laurentiis (Alfred A. Knopf)

Florida Water – Aja Monet (Haymarket Books)

The Grace of Black Mothers – Martheaus Perkins (Trio House Press)

The Intentions of Thunder: New and Selected Poems – Patricia Smith (Scribner)

We Look Better Alive – Ali Black (Burnside Review Press)

 

Outstanding Literary Work – Children

Black Boy, Rise – Brynne Barnes (Chronicle Books)

Black Diamond Kings: Heroes of Negro League Baseball – Charles R. Smith Jr. (Candlewick Press)

My Quiet Place – Monica Mikai (Chronicle Books   )

The History of We – Nikkolas Smith (Penguin Young Readers)

Yvonne Clark and Her Engineering Spark – Allen R. Wells; Illustrated by DeAndra Hodge (Farrar Straus Giroux Books for Young Readers/Macmillan)

 

Outstanding Literary Work – Youth/Teens

(S)Kin – Ibi Zoboi (HarperCollins/Versify)

Nic Blake and the Remarkables: The Book of Anansi – Angie Thomas (HarperCollins/Clarion Books)

The Scammer – Tiffany D. Jackson (HarperCollins – Quill Tree Books)

The Story of My Anger – Jasminne Mendez (Penguin Young Readers)

Through Our Teeth – Pamela N. Harris (HarperCollins/Quill Tree Books)

 

Outstanding Literary Work – Graphic Novel

Creaky Acres: A Graphic Novel – Calista Bril (Penguin Young Readers)

Defiant: The Story of Robert Smalls – Rob Edwards (Stranger Comics)

One Crazy Summer: The Graphic Novel – Rita William-Garcia (HarperCollins/Quill Tree Books)

Parable of the Talents a Graphic Novel Adaptation – Octavia E. Butler, adapted by Damien Duffy, Illustrated by John Jennings and David Brame (Abrams ComicArts)

They Choose Violence – Sheldon Allen (AWA Studios)

 

Outstanding Literary Work – Journalism 

“As Black New Yorkers Move Out, N.Y.C. Politics May Be Reshaped” – Maya King (Newspaper)

“Audra McDonald Took the Stage and Rewrote the Rules” – Adam Davenport (Online)

“Black joy and boots: How line dancing is fanning cultural connection” – Lisa Respers France (News Service)

“HBCUs Reel as Trump Cuts Black-Focused Grants: ‘This Is Our Existence’” – Jasper Smith (Online)

“On Borrowed Time” – Anissa Durham (Online)

 

Outstanding Podcast – News and Information

Accidentally Informed (ComebackTV Presents)

Native Land Pod (iHeartMedia/Reasoned Choice Media)

The Assignment with Audie Cornish (CNN)

The Don Lemon Show (Lemon Media Network)

The Joy Reid Show (Image Lab Media Group LLC)

 

Outstanding Podcast – Lifestyle/Self-Help

Ageless, Fearless, & Unscripted (Williamson Media Group)

Hot & Bothered with Melyssa Ford (Forged Path Productions)

IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson (Higher Ground)

Just Heal with Dr. Jay (Cue & Coda Films)

Money And Wealth With John Hope Bryant (Black Effect-iHeartPodcasts)

 

Outstanding Podcast – Society and Culture

Baby, This Is Keke Palmer (Wondery)

Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay (The Ringer)

IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson (Higher Ground)

The Don Lemon Show (Lemon Media Network)

What Now? with Trevor Noah (Day Zero Productions)

 

Outstanding Podcast – Arts, Sports and Entertainment

Arts & Entertainment

IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson (Higher Ground)

Legacy Talk with Lena Waithe (Hillman Grad & Lemonada Media)

ReLiving Single with Erika Alexander & Kim Coles (Hartbeat)

Shawn Stockman’s On That Note (CTG Media)

SPOLITICS with Jemele Hill (Unbothered Inc)

 

Outstanding Podcast – Scripted/Limited Series/Short Form

Exonerated: The Cost of Wrongful Conviction (WURD Radio)

Interesting Things with JC (Jim Connors LLC)

Kingsland (SBH Productions and Audible)

Squeezed with Yvette Nicole Brown (Lemonada Media)

The Prophecy Season 2 (Audible, Simpson Street and Q Code Media)

 

Outstanding Digital Content Creator – Art/Comedy

Darren Watkins Jr. – @IShowSpeed

Jordan Howlett – @jordan_the_stallion8

Joshua Neal – @joshuadneal

Lou Young – @Louuuyoung

Tee Sanders – @teesanderscomedy

 

Outstanding Digital Content Creator – Political/Culture

Elizabeth Booker Houston – @bookersquared

Garrison Hayes – @garrisonh

George Lee Jr. – @theconsciouslee

Joshua Doss – @doss.discourse

Lynae Vanee – @lynaevance

Outstanding Digital Content Creator – Fashion/Beauty

Allyiah Gainer – @allyiahsface

De’arra Taylor – @dearra

Eni Popoola – @enigivensunday

Jackie Asamoah – @jackieaina

Wisdom Kaye – @wisdm

 

Outstanding Digital Content Creator – Gaming/Tech

Berlin Edmonds – @Berleezy

Cory Kenshin  – @CoryxKenshin

Gerard Williams – @Hiphopgamer

Jay Ann Lopez – @blackgirlgamers

Khleo Thomas – @khleothomas

Alex Hill – @justaddhotsauce

Jeanette Jenkins – @msjeanettejenkins

Keith Lee – @Keith_Lee125

Kimberly Villalobos – @KimmysKreations.1

Massy Arias – @Massy.arias

 

Outstanding Costume Design (TV or Film)

Bel-Air – Queensylvia Akuchie (Peacock)

Highest 2 Lowest – Francine Jamison-Tanchuck (A24)

Love, Brooklyn – Missy Mickens (Greenwich Entertainment)

Arts & Entertainment

Sinners – Ruth E. Carter (Warner Bros. Pictures)

Wicked: For Good – Paul Tazewell (Universal Pictures)

 

Outstanding Make-up (TV or Film)

All’s Fair – Kate Biscoe (Hulu)

Bel-Air – Alyssa Hudson (Peacock)

Chief of War – Christian Tinsley (Apple TV)

Highest 2 Lowest – Ngozi Olandu Young (A24)

Sinners – Ken Diaz (Warner Bros. Pictures)

 

Outstanding Hair Styling (TV or Film)

All’s Fair – Valerie Jackson (Hulu)

Bel-Air – Terry Hunt (Peacock)

Beyond the Gates – Wankala L. Hinkson (CBS)

Reasonable Doubt – Deaundra Metzger (Hulu)

Sinners – Shunika Terry (Warner Bros. Pictures)

 

Outstanding Editing in a Motion Picture or Television Series, Movie, or Special

Deanna Nowell, ACE – Ironheart (Disney+)

Maysie Hoy, ACE – Ruth & Boaz (Netflix)

Michael P. Shawver – Sinners (Warner Bros. Pictures)

Ralph Jean-Pierre – The Beast in Me (Netflix)

Shaheed Qaasim – Poker Face (Peacock)

 

Outstanding Stunt Ensemble (TV or Film)

Butterfly – Yeonheon Jung (Prime Video)

F1 – Gary Powell (Apple TV)

G20 – Grant Powell (Prime Video)

Shadow Force – Dartenea Bryant (Starz)Sinners – Andy Gill (Warner Bros. Pictures)

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Paypah Sets Ghana Ablaze With 414 West African Tour — School Takeovers, Wild Club Nights And Major Collabs Brewing

Los -Angeles based artiste Paypah arrived in Ghana as part of an ambitious promotional run that blends youth engagement, media visibility, and nightlife performances. The visit, which is already generating buzz across entertainment circles, is being spearheaded by media personality Akosuah Nelly, known for her strong influence in connecting talent with audiences.

 

A Multi-Faceted Tour
Paypah’s ongoing tour in Ghana is centered around a school media tour, where the artiste is visiting selected institutions to interact directly with students. These engagements feature live performances, motivational talks, and interactive sessions aimed at inspiring young creatives while building a loyal grassroots fanbase.

Students have responded enthusiastically, with many praising Paypah’s authenticity and relatability. The artiste has used the platform not only to perform but also to share personal experiences about navigating the music industry.
Media Rounds and Publicity Push.

Beyond school visits, Paypah has been making appearances across radio and digital media platforms in Accra, discussing new music, career milestones, and future plans. These interviews have played a key role in introducing the artiste to a wider Ghanaian audience.
Akosuah Nelly, who is coordinating the tour, emphasized the importance of a well-rounded promotional strategy. “It’s about creating real connections — from campuses to airwaves — so people don’t just hear the music, they feel the brand,” she noted.
Club Appearances Energize Nightlife.

Paypah is also tapping into Ghana’s vibrant nightlife scene with scheduled club appearances across Accra. These events have drawn crowds eager to experience the artiste’s stage presence firsthand, blending high-energy performances with fan interactions.
Industry watchers say these appearances are crucial in positioning Paypah within Ghana’s competitive entertainment space, where live performance credibility often defines an artiste’s staying power.

Collaboration Talks Underway

Perhaps most exciting are the potential collaborations currently in discussion. Sources close to the tour hint that Paypah is engaging with several Ghanaian artistes and producers, exploring cross-border musical projects that could expand the artiste’s reach across West Africa.
While no official announcements have been made, fans are already speculating about possible features with some of Ghana’s top names.

A Strategic Entry Into Ghana

With the combined efforts of Paypah and Akosuah Nelly, this Ghana visit is shaping up to be more than just a promotional stop — it’s a strategic move aimed at long-term impact.

As the tour continues, all eyes remain on what could be the start of a significant breakthrough for Paypah in the Ghanaian and broader African music scene.

 

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Brave King (BK) & Tina Brown Africa Explore Vulnerability And Melody On New Single “Insecure”

Ghanaian-Belgian artist Brave King, popularly known as BK, has teamed up with Tina Brown Africa for a compelling new release titled “Insecure” a song that leans heavily into emotion, melody, and vocal expression rather than conventional rap delivery.
Released on March 21, 2026, the single marks another significant step in BK’s artistic evolution, positioning him not just as a performer but as a refined vocalist capable of translating deep emotions into music.
“Insecure” is a reflective piece that dives into the fragile dynamics of relationships touching on trust issues, emotional vulnerability, and the silent struggles that come with love. The song is crafted as a musical conversation, presenting two perspectives navigating uncertainty and emotional exposure.
Rather than relying on rap-heavy verses, BK adopts a more melodic and expressive singing approach, allowing his voice to carry the weight of the song’s message. His delivery is smooth, controlled, and emotionally driven, emphasizing tone and feeling over lyrical aggression.
This direction highlights his versatility as an artist and reinforces his ability to connect with listeners on a deeper, more personal level.
Born Nana Baafour, Brave King has steadily built his career from Belgium while maintaining strong ties to Ghana’s music scene. His sound blends Afrobeat rhythms with global influences, creating a cross-cultural appeal that resonates with both African and international audiences.
Over time, BK has shown a clear shift toward melody-driven records. Even in his earlier releases, including his 2025 collaboration “What’s My Name? (Ye Fre Me Sen)” with Rebbel Ashes, there were hints of his growing preference for musicality over pure rap expression.
With “Insecure,” that transition becomes more evident. His vocal performance is intentional soft where it needs to be, emotionally charged at key moments, and carefully layered over the instrumental to create a soothing yet thought-provoking listening experience.
Tina Brown Africa brings balance and depth to the track with her signature soft vocals and genre-fluid style. Known for seamlessly blending Afrobeats, Highlife, Dancehall, and Hip-hop, she adds a feminine perspective that enhances the song’s storytelling.
Her ability to switch between languages including Yoruba, Twi, Ewe, and English has contributed to her growing recognition across multiple African music markets.
On “Insecure,” her delivery is both soothing and assertive, creating a perfect contrast to BK’s emotional tone while maintaining harmony throughout the record.
The song is produced by Survival Beatz, whose work on the track provides a rich Afro-influenced soundscape. The production is intentionally atmospheric, allowing space for both artists to shine vocally while reinforcing the emotional core of the song.
The instrumental avoids unnecessary complexity, instead focusing on melody, rhythm, and mood elements that support BK’s singing and make the track relatable and replay-worthy.
“Insecure” is more than just a collaboration it is a statement of artistic direction for Brave King. By prioritizing singing and emotional storytelling, he positions himself within a growing class of Afro-fusion artists who blur the lines between singing and rap, leaning more toward musical expression.
For Tina Brown Africa, the collaboration further solidifies her reputation as a versatile and dependable feature artist capable of elevating any record she’s part of.
With “Insecure,” Brave King and Tina Brown Africa deliver a song that is both emotionally resonant and sonically appealing. It stands as a testament to the power of vulnerability in music and showcases BK’s evolution into a more melody-driven artist.
In an industry often dominated by high-energy hits, “Insecure” offers something different a calm, heartfelt, and vocally rich experience that speaks directly to real-life emotions.
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‘Never Shake’ Album By Ohemaa Rhoda Slated For 26th March, 2026

Prolific Ghanaian gospel musician Ohemaa Rhoda is poised to release her highly anticipated project, the Never Shake album, in a landmark event that promises to make waves in the gospel music scene.

 

With years of consistent dedication and remarkable musical talent, Ohemaa Rhoda has built a strong reputation in the industry. This new body of work is expected to bring a transformative energy to gospel music, setting a powerful tone for spiritual inspiration and renewal.

 

The album launch is scheduled for Thursday, March 26, 2026, at 4:00 PM at the Town Park in Wasa Dadieso. The event will feature special appearances and support from renowned gospel artists, including Joyce Blessing, Broda Sammy, and Abawa Connie, who are set to join Ohemaa Rhoda in celebrating this milestone.

Fans and music enthusiasts are encouraged to attend what is sure to be an uplifting and memorable gathering.

 

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MC Benedictus Transitions Into Real Estate, Takes Up COO Role At ACL Properties Ghana

Known for his commanding stage presence and reputation for delivering seamless events, Benedictus Amekuadzi — popularly known as MC Benedictus — has carved a niche for himself as one of Ghana’s most respected professional Masters of Ceremonies.

 

With over a decade of experience anchoring high-profile events, his name has become synonymous with excellence, precision and strong audience engagement.

 

In a strategic shift driven by passion and purpose, Benedictus is now extending his influence beyond the microphone into Ghana’s fast-growing real estate sector.

 

Building on the discipline, coordination and people-centred approach that defined his career as an MC, he is stepping into the industry with a clear vision: to connect clients to value-driven property solutions while maintaining the high standards that earned him recognition on stage.

 

“I have always believed in creating experiences that leave a lasting impact,” Benedictus said.

 

“Real estate offers me another avenue to do just that by helping people build, own and invest in spaces that matter.”

 

At the centre of this new chapter is his appointment as Chief Operations Officer (COO) at ACL Properties Ghana, a firm focused on delivering comprehensive real estate solutions tailored to meet client needs and industry standards.

 

Operating with a multidisciplinary team of architects, structural engineers, licensed surveyors, and skilled artisans, ACL Properties Ghana positions itself as a one-stop hub for property development and advisory services.

 

The company’s offerings span the full real estate value chain, including land acquisition, architectural design, quantity surveying, land registration and construction services — ensuring clients are supported from concept to completion.

 

Based in Pantang-Adenta, ACL Properties Ghana is steadily positioning itself as a trusted player in Ghana’s real estate space, leveraging expertise and a client-focused approach to deliver quality and value.

 

As Benedictus Amekuadzi steps into this new arena, one thing remains constant — his commitment to excellence. Those who have followed his journey or wish to engage further with his work and insights can connect with him via Instagram (@mc_benedictus) or reach out directly through email (benamekuadzi@gmail.com) and phone (0244485968), as he continues to build meaningful impact both on and off the stage.

 

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Medikal Declares Himself Artiste Of The Year 2025 After TGMA Nominations

Award-winning Ghanaian rapper Medikal has confidently declared himself the rightful Artiste of the Year for 2025 following the release of nominations for the Telecel Ghana Music Awards.

 

The rapper made the bold declaration during a live performance at Kumawu on Saturday night, where he paused mid-set to address fans about the nominations.

 

“You know they released the nominations for the TGMA and the Artiste of the Year category,” he told the crowd. “You know Medikal has been working extremely harder than everyone every year. Let’s tell the organizers that this year, no libilibi, no labala.”

 

The statement was met with loud cheers from fans who echoed his confidence and support.

 

This year, Medikal stands among the most nominated artistes at the awards, securing over eight nominations, a reflection of what many fans describe as one of the most active and impactful years of his career.

 

He received nominations in the following categories:

  • Music Video of the Year
  • Rap Performance of the Year
  • Hiplife/Hip-Hop Artiste of the Year
  • Most Popular Song of the Year
  • Collaboration of the Year
  • Album/EP of the Year
  • Hiplife Song of the Year
  • Artiste of the Year

 

The Charterhouse Productions-organized awards scheme, powered by Telecel Ghana, is regarded as Ghana’s biggest music honors platform, celebrating excellence across the industry.

 

Supporters of the rapper argue that his consistency, hit releases, performances across the country, and strong fan engagement make a compelling case for him to win the night’s top prize.

 

With nominations spanning multiple major categories and a strong presence in the Ghanaian music scene throughout the year, Medikal’s campaign for the Artiste of the Year crown is already gaining momentum among fans and industry observers alike.

 

As anticipation builds toward the awards night, Medikal’s declaration has added a new layer of excitement to the race for the coveted title.

 

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Mediq Mane And Omo Marani Films New Music Video – See BTS Photos!

CollinWud label brothers, Mediq Mane and Omo Marani have completed video shoot for a latest song due to hit the stores soon.

 

The song and video would is part of a stringed project due for release soon.

 

Mediq Mane and Omo Marani are Ghanaian Afrobeats artistes, still working their craft progressively to the top.

 

CollinWud, their mother label also hosts other artistes such as Corzzy Blaque, Jah Throne, Tungbani, Others.

 

Their flagship concert, themed “Keta To The World” is one of the culture-sustaining music and arts events laced with the annual Hogbetsotso Festival celebrated by the Anlo Communities in Keta; the concert stages annually and enters its 5th year this year (2026).

 

 

 

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National Federation Of Masqueraders Unveils Black Star Carnival To Drive Tourism And Revenue – Dr. Arhin

The National Federation of Masqueraders and Fancy Dress of Ghana has unveiled plans to launch a nationwide carnival initiative designed to transform the country’s vibrant masquerade tradition into a structured, revenue-generating tourism product.

 

Dubbed the Black Star Carnival, the initiative will adopt a three-tiered approach, beginning with district-level celebrations, progressing to regional durbars, and culminating in a grand national finale. The programme aims to harness the cultural and economic potential of the country’s various fancy dress and masquerade traditions by creating a unified calendar of events that showcases Ghana’s creative heritage to both domestic and international audiences.

 

 

To ensure the initiative benefits from global best practices, an international delegation from the global carnival community will visit Ghana to provide technical expertise and strategic guidance. The visiting team includes Mr Henry Antoine, President of the World Carnival Commission; Mr Pax Nindi, Chief Executive Officer of the World Carnival Commission and President of the Global Carnival Centre, who brings extensive experience in sustainable carnival practice and has worked extensively across Africa and the Caribbean developing festival infrastructure.

 

 

The delegation will also feature key commission members such as Mr Michael Roberts, Ms Jemma Jordan (the Voice of Carnival), Ms Claudette Antoine, together with Ms Shirley Boston of Carnival USA. Their mandate will be to work alongside Ghanaian stakeholders to facilitate the creation, development, and successful implementation of the Black Star Carnival structure.

 

 

Announcing the initiative, Dr Benjamin Oduro Arhin Jnr, speaking on behalf of the Federation, emphasized the economic rationale behind the structured approach.

 

“This is about transforming what has historically been a community-based tradition into a sustainable creative industry,” Dr Oduro Arhin Jnr stated. “By coordinating our efforts from the district level through to the national stage, we create multiple touchpoints for tourism engagement. The tourist who comes to witness the district celebration in the Volta Region may be inspired to follow the progression to the regional level and, ultimately, to the national climax at the Black Star Square.”

 

 

The carnival structure is designed to achieve three primary objectives: attract cultural tourism to communities across all sixteen regions, generate tax revenue for the state through formalized events and services, and create sustainable income streams for the myriad stakeholders involved in the masquerade value chain.

 

These stakeholders include costume designers, mask carvers, event organizers, transport operators, and hospitality providers, all of whom stand to benefit from increased patronage and the formalization of what has largely remained an informal sector activity.

 

Dr Oduro Arhin Jnr noted that with international collaboration from experienced carnival practitioners, the Black Star Carnival would position Ghana as a premier destination for cultural tourism in West Africa, drawing comparison to established carnival destinations while maintaining the distinct character of Ghana’s masquerade traditions.

 

The Federation has indicated that detailed guidelines for participation, including criteria for progression from district to regional and national levels, will be released in the coming weeks, with the inaugural edition of the carnival expected to commence later in the year following the technical advisory visit from the international delegation.

 

The federation is working along side the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts to ensure the Black Star Carnival is successfully launched.

According Dr. Arhin Jnr popularly known as Bnoskka said the visiting delegation will pay a courtesy call on speaker of parliament, the presidency and also engage other stakeholders in the form of National Policy Dialogue on Development and implementation of the Black Star Carnival.

 

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Don’t Be Surprised If You See Me On The Rapperholic O2 Stage — Danny Lampo Hints At Rapperholic 2027 Appearance

UK-based Ghanaian Afrobeat artist Danny Lampo is generating conversations within the Ghanaian entertainment space after confidently hinting at a possible appearance at the upcoming Rapperholic concert scheduled to take place at London’s iconic The O2 Arena in 2027.
The artist recently made a bold statement that has caught the attention of fans and entertainment observers alike.
 “Don’t be surprised when you see me as one of the artists on Rapperholic at the O2 Arena,” Danny Lampo said.
His comment comes shortly after Ghanaian rap icon Sarkodie officially announced that the globally recognized Rapperholic concert brand will make its way to the United Kingdom with a major show at the O2 Arena — one of the world’s most prestigious entertainment venues.
Since its inception in 2012, Rapperholic has grown into one of the most anticipated music events on Ghana’s entertainment calendar.
Founded by award-winning rapper Sarkodie, the annual concert has consistently showcased some of the biggest talents in Ghanaian music, bringing together artists across genres including hip-hop, Afrobeats, dancehall, and highlife.
Over the years, Rapperholic has become known for its electrifying performances, surprise guest appearances, and unforgettable moments that attract thousands of music fans each year.
The announcement that the concert will take place at the internationally renowned The O2 Arena in London marks a historic moment for Ghanaian music on the global stage.
With a seating capacity of approximately 20,000, the O2 Arena has hosted some of the biggest names in global music, including Drake, Beyoncé, and Wizkid.
Hosting Rapperholic at such a prestigious venue highlights the growing global appeal of Ghanaian music and the strong support from the Ghanaian diaspora community in the United Kingdom.
For Danny Lampo, performing at Rapperholic 2027 would represent a major milestone in his musical journey.
Born Daniel Amponsah, the Afrobeat artist is part of a new generation of Ghanaian musicians in the diaspora who are pushing African music beyond the continent.
Although born in Italy, Lampo maintains strong Ghanaian roots and has built much of his career in the United Kingdom, where he continues to promote Afrobeats and African culture through his music.
Over the years, he has released several songs that have helped grow his presence within the Afrobeat scene. One of his notable releases, “Ebony,” introduced him to a wider audience and helped establish his name among emerging Ghanaian artists abroad.
Through consistent releases, performances, and collaborations, Danny Lampo has steadily built a reputation within the diaspora music community.
His growing influence within the Afrobeat movement positions him as one of the Ghanaian artists abroad aiming to make a mark on bigger international stages.
Danny Lampo’s confident statement about potentially appearing at Rapperholic has already begun generating excitement among fans.
While the official lineup for the O2 Arena edition of Rapperholic has not yet been fully announced, his comment suggests that the artist is optimistic about being part of what is expected to be one of the biggest Ghanaian music events to take place outside the country.
For emerging artists, performing at a venue like the O2 Arena represents a defining moment — an opportunity to reach thousands of fans and gain global visibility.
The upcoming Rapperholic concert in London reflects the broader global growth of Ghanaian music.
With Afrobeats dominating international charts and African artists increasingly filling major arenas worldwide, events like Rapperholic UK demonstrate how Ghanaian talent continues to break boundaries.
For diaspora artists such as Danny Lampo, the possibility of sharing the stage at such a historic event represents not just personal success, but also the growing influence of Ghanaian musicians across the world.
As anticipation builds toward the 2027 Rapperholic concert at the O2 Arena, fans will be watching closely to see whether Danny Lampo’s bold prediction becomes a reality.
If it does, it could mark a significant moment in the career of the rising Afrobeat artist and further highlight the expanding reach of Ghanaian music on the global stage.
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ChiDon And De Eye Bridge Cultures On New Single “Allah Sariki”

Nigerian GodsPop artist ChiDon GPM is set to release his new single “Allah Sariki” featuring Ghanaian Afrobeat artist De Eye on March 16. The song, which means “God is King,” carries a strong message of faith, reminding listeners that success and elevation come through trusting in God.

The collaboration blends cultures and languages, with ChiDon GPM delivering verses in Igbo and English, while De Eye adds a unique touch in Hausa, creating a musical bridge that celebrates unity beyond language, culture, and religion.

With its uplifting message and powerful cross-cultural collaboration, “Allah Sariki” is expected to resonate with audiences across Africa when it releases on major streaming platforms on March 16.

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Brave King (BK) & Tina Brown Africa Set To Release New Single “Insecure”

The Ghanaian music scene is set to welcome a compelling new collaboration as Brave King (BK) teams up with Tina Brown Africa for their upcoming single titled “Insecure,” scheduled for release on the 21st of this month. Produced by Survival Beatz, the song promises to deliver a thoughtful blend of emotion, storytelling, and contemporary African sound.
“Insecure” explores the emotional complexities that often arise within relationships. The song delves into themes of vulnerability, trust, and the internal conflicts that individuals experience when deeply invested in someone they care about. By addressing these universal emotions, the record seeks to connect with listeners who have experienced the delicate balance between love and uncertainty.
Brave King approaches the record with an expressive and reflective delivery that highlights the emotional depth behind the narrative. His performance captures the perspective of someone navigating the challenges of love while confronting personal insecurities that sometimes accompany genuine emotional attachment.
Complementing his performance, Tina Brown Africa adds a soulful and emotionally rich vocal presence that strengthens the overall storytelling of the track. Known for her versatility and distinctive voice, she brings warmth and balance to the song, creating a musical dialogue that reflects different emotional viewpoints within a relationship.
The production by Survival Beatz provides a smooth and atmospheric backdrop that allows both artists to fully express the song’s message. Blending modern Afro-influenced rhythms with melodic elements, the production maintains a calm yet engaging soundscape that enhances the emotional tone of the record.
Brave King, whose real name is Nana Baafour, is a Ghanaian musician currently based in Belgium. Over the years, he has continued to build his presence within the international music scene while maintaining strong connections to the Ghanaian industry. His work often reflects a fusion of African musical influences with contemporary global sounds, allowing him to reach audiences both in Africa and across the diaspora.
Prior to the announcement of “Insecure,” BK collaborated with fellow Ghanaian artist Rebbel Ashes on the single “What’s My Name? (Ye Fre Me Sen),” released in December 2025. The track showcased BK’s ability to work across different musical styles while strengthening his growing list of international collaborations.
Tina Brown Africa, on the other hand, continues to establish herself as one of the emerging female voices within the African music space. Born in Nigeria to Togolese parents and raised in Ghana, she brings a multicultural influence to her music. Since beginning her professional career in 2018, she has gained recognition for her versatility across genres including Afrobeats, Highlife, Dancehall, and Hip-hop. Her music often blends strong vocal performance with themes that resonate with everyday experiences.
With the upcoming release of “Insecure,” the collaboration between Brave King and Tina Brown Africa represents a meeting of two artists who share a commitment to expressive storytelling and musical authenticity. As anticipation builds ahead of the official release, the song is expected to capture the attention of listeners who appreciate music that combines emotional depth with contemporary African sound.
“Insecure” by Brave King (BK) featuring Tina Brown Africa, produced by Survival Beatz, will be available on all major digital streaming platforms on the 21st of this month.
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