FULL LIST: Davido, Peller, Tems, Burna Boy, others nominated as AFRIMMA returns after two-year break

The African Muzik Magazine Awards (AFRIMMA) is set to return for its 2026 edition, unveiling a list of nominees after a two-year hiatus. Organizers promise a more significant and innovative event, aiming to celebrate African music on a global scale.

Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido, whose real name is David Adeleke, leads the nominations with five nods. His potential awards include Artist of the Year, Best Male West Africa, Crossing Boundaries With Music Award, and AFRIMMA Album of the Year. His collaboration with Omah Lay, "With You," also secured nominations for Best Collaboration and Song of the Year.

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For the last two years, AFRIMMA took a break to make it even bigger and create something sensational. AFRIMMA is coming back bigger and better this year. It’s going to be epic, one of a kind.

AFRIMMA founder Anderson Obiagwu explained that the break was a strategic decision to enhance the awards ceremony. "For the last two years, AFRIMMA took a break to make it even bigger and create something sensational. AFRIMMA is coming back bigger and better this year. It’s going to be epic, one of a kind," Obiagwu stated.

This year's event will introduce the first-ever AFRIMMA music festival in Dallas, Texas. The festival is designed to offer a comprehensive African cultural experience, featuring performances, food vendors, fashion showcases, and entertainment. The awards and festival are scheduled for September 12, 2026, at Annette Strauss Square in Dallas.

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This year, we’re adding a music festival, the biggest ever in Dallas. There will be several food vendors, fashion vendors, as well as some of the biggest dancers and musicians from different parts of Africa.