Call for entries: AFRIMAs 2022

The news follows the unveiling of the calendar for the 2022 edition last month. This year’s AFRIMAs, which celebrate outstanding musicians on the continent while promoting Africa's cultural heritage, will reward musical works released between 20 August 2021 and 5 August 2022.

The deadline for submissions is 5 August.

The nominees will be unveiled on 17 August, after a screening process between 9 and 16 August. Voting will be open on the AFRIMAs website from 24 August.

At the 2021 AFRIMAs held in Lagos, Nigeria, Malian singer Iba One walked away with five awards  – the most on the night. Nigeria’s Wizkid won the Artist of the Year, Best Collaboration and Song of the Year awards.

Eligibility:

The following creatives can apply:

• Musicians
• Managers
• Producers
• Record label owners
• Recording companies
• Video directors
• DJs
• Choreographers/dancers
• Publicists
• Entertainment/music journalists

To apply, interested individuals are advised to read the AFRIMA guidelines before filling out the online submission form here.

Below are the regional and continental categories for music:

Regional categories

• Best Male Artist in East Africa
• Best Female Artist in East Africa
• Best Male Artist in Central Africa
• Best Female Artist in Central Africa
• Best Male Artist in Southern Africa
• Best Female Artist in Southern Africa
• Best Male Artist in North Africa
• Best Female Artist in North Africa
• Best Male Artist in West Africa
• Best Female Artist in West Africa

Continental categories

• Album of the Year
• Artist of the Year
• African Fans’ Favorite
• Best African Video
• Best African Collaboration
• Best Artist, Duo or Group in African Contemporary
• Best Artist, Duo or Group in African Dance Or Choreography
• Best African DJ
• Best Artist, Duo or Group In African Electro
• Best African Duo, Group or Band
• Best Artist, Duo or Group in African Hip Hop
• Best Artist, Duo or Group in African Jazz
• Best African Rapper Or Lyricist
• Best Artist, Duo or Group in African Pop
• Best Artist, Duo or Group in African Reggae, Ragga & Dancehall
• Best Artist, Duo or Group in African R’n’B & Soul
• Best Artist, Duo or Group in African Rock
• Best Artist, Duo or Group in African Traditional
• Best Female Artist in African Inspirational Music
• Best Male Artist in African Inspirational Music
• Best African Acts in the Diaspora (Male and Female)
• Best International Acts

For more information about how to submit entries, visit the AFRIMAs official website.