AFRIMA Kicks Off Build-Up to Landmark 10th Edition with Continental Tour, Abidjan Parley
Preparations for the symbolic 10th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) have begun in earnest following the successful hosting of its ninth edition in Lagos, Nigeria.
The International Committee of AFRIMA, in partnership with the African Union Commission, has launched a strategic continental tour aimed at deepening collaboration and strengthening stakeholder engagement ahead of the milestone ceremony.
The campaign train first berthed in Dar es Salaam, where a high-level Media and Stakeholders’ Parley brought together award-winning artists such as Juma Jux and Folex, alongside industry executives and government officials. Discussions focused on assessing AFRIMA’s impact and promoting stronger continental collaboration within Africa’s music ecosystem.
The spotlight now shifts to Abidjan, where another major Media and Stakeholders’ Parley is scheduled for February 17, 2026. The Ivorian capital is expected to host leading artistes, regulators, music executives, and cultural stakeholders from across Francophone West Africa and beyond.
Among those billed to attend are Côte d’Ivoire’s 9th AFRIMA winners, including Didi B, who won Best African Lyricist/Rapper; Milo, Best Male African Inspirational Music; Team Paiya, Best African Duo, Group or Band; and Morijah, Best Female African Inspirational Music. Algerian star DJ Moh Green, winner of the Best African DJ Award, is also expected at the event.
The parley will provide a platform for past winners and industry leaders to share insights on AFRIMA’s role in promoting African culture, identity, and global recognition.
Speaking ahead of the Abidjan engagement, Guy Neza, an Ivorian member of the AFRIMA International Jury, described the event as a strategic build-up to the 10th edition. He noted that the initiative aims to enhance collaboration with governments and industry stakeholders across the Francophone region, while expanding AFRIMA’s capacity as a globally respected awards institution.
Neza also highlighted the transparency of the awards’ selection process, explaining that it begins with entry submissions, followed by nominations by a 13-member International Jury, and culminates in voting by the Academy of Voters and fans.
As anticipation builds, the 10th edition of AFRIMA is shaping up not just as a celebration of music, but as a continental movement reinforcing Africa’s cultural influence on the global stage. Read More
