“We’re proud to welcome phenomenal artists from Ghana, The Kingdom of Eswatini and Namibia to the BIMA family”.
Basadi in Music Awards (BIMA) 2024 nominees have been revealed, sparking a wave of excitement and anticipation in the music industry.
BIMA returns for its third year, unwavering in its mission to honour the women who are the driving force behind the music. From the powerhouse vocals that grace the stage to the creative minds crafting the hits, BIMA celebrates singers, rappers, DJs, composers, producers, writers and creatives.
The virtual nominees’ announcement was hosted by Big Brother Titan’s dazzling Ipeleng Selepe. The event also featured a captivating performance by the talented Wanda Baloyi, Makhanj and the high-energy set of resident DJ Mmatsheko Mosito.
This year, BIMA takes a monumental step forward by welcoming African queens from Ghana, The Kingdom of Eswatini and Namibia. This expansion reinforces the awards’ commitment to celebrating the power of women in music and entertainment across the continent.
The race is wide open, but leading the pack is the powerhouse artist with five nominations: international superstar Tyla, nominated for Pop Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, Best Styled Artist of the Year, Music Video of the Year, and Artist of the Year. Following closely is DJ Zinhle with four nods for Collaboration of the Year for Thula with Cici and Mdali with Basetsana, DJ of the Year, and Music Video of the Year. Tied with DJ Zinhle is Lwah Ndlunkulu, who is nominated for Afro Pop Artist of the Year, Music Video of the Year, Song of the Year, and Artist of the Year. Additionally, the electrifying Kamo Mphela is nominated for Amapiano Artist of the Year, Music Video of the Year for Dali featuring Khalil Harrison, Tyler ICU, and Baby S.O.N, Artist of the Year, and Song of the Year. Closing the four nods league is Cici who is nominated for Collaboration of the year for Thula with DJ Zinhle, Dance Artist of the year, Songwriter of the Year and Music Video of the year for Thula with DJ Zinhle. Makhadzi is not far behind, with nominations for Songwriter of the Year, Dance Artist of the Year, and Artist of the Year.
The public can vote:
- For South Africa Only- by sending the category code and name of their favourite nominee to 49960, for example (Afropop Brenda). You can vote as many times as you would like. SMS costs R2, and free SMSes do not apply. Terms and conditions apply.
- By purchasing voting bundles from www.basadiinmusicawards.co.za at a minimum of R20 (ZAR) which give you ten (10) valid votes per nominee.
Secure your Early Bird tickets for just R500 before 1 July 2024 and R750 thereafter.
“This year’s theme, ‘Girl in the Mirror – Our Re.Flexion’ is all about celebrating the power and diversity of women in music and that diversity extends beyond borders. We’re proud to welcome phenomenal artists from Ghana, The Kingdom of Eswatini and Namibia to the BIMA family. It’s a true celebration of African female artistry on a continental scale. Don’t miss out on being a part of this historic night! BIMA 2024 tickets are on sale now. Secure your Early Bird discount and join us for an unforgettable evening honouring these talented women on 10 August 2024 at the iconic Mandela Stage at Joburg Theatre.”, said Basadi in Music Awards CEO Hloni Modise-Matau.
Complete List of Voted for Nominees
Sofnfree AfroPop Artist of the year
- Ikhona Andina Nto
- Kelly Khumalo Emaweni
- Lwah Ndlunkulu Eyami
- Naledi Aphiwe Ngiyabonga
- Zamo (Kingdom of Eswatini) Lendlela
Jazz Artist of the Year
- AusTebza Mmangwane
- Bokang Ramatlapeng The Waters
- Qaqamba Ntshinka Zizinja
- Salphina Kadiaka Tompie
- Thandi Ntuli Nomayoyo (Ingoma ka Mkhulu)
DJ of the Year
- PRULUV
- DJ Tshupi
- DJ Zinhle
- Happygal
- Kmat Dj
Pop Artist Of the year
- Filah Lah lah Past Myself
- Namakau Star Every Day
- Pixie Whip Feel it
- Shekhinah Risk featuring Moliy
- TYLA Water
Traditional Artist of the year
- Buhlebendalo Ilembe
- Esther Mphahlele Moratiwa
- Jessica Mbangeni Latshonilaga
- NTUNJA Buya
- Pleasure Tsamanyalo Makoti Take 5
Entertainment Journalist of the year
- Kaunda Selisho News24
- Keitumetse Maako News24
- Mbalenhle Zuma Sunday world
- Oluthando Keteyi Independent Media
- Qhama Dayile Zimoja
Songwriter of the Year
- Brenda Mtambo Bhaluyacima
- Buhlebendalo Ilembe
- Cici Mjolo
- Londiwe Kamasondo Cele Ukhona La
- Makhadzi Mapara
Entertainment TV Producer of the Year
- Anele Mdoda The masked singer
- Noni Khumalo Trendz Live
- Swazi Dlamini Church girls who rock
- Thapelo Mowela Morning live
- Theresa Wilson The sauce
Collaboration of the Year
- DJ Pruluv and Boohle Ngeke
- DJ Zinhle and basetsana Mdali
- DJ Zinhle and Cici Thula
- Fezeka Dlamini Nomfundo Moh and Naledi Uyangijabulisa
Entertainment Radio Producer of the Year
- Lettie Dube The Royal Playground -Radio 2000
- Masego Tlhakanye 5FM Weekend breakfast
- Miss Dimples The Cruise Connection – KCA Radio
- Nelza Buda Sibuya Nawe Express Lane – Ikwekwezi FM
- Noni Khumalo The Lunch League – YFM
Reggae Artist of the Year
- Dimahr Ramasedi
- Reign Afrika Hush
- Sanki Fayauman Sthandwa Sami
- Undefynd Bill pile op
- Zama Sunshine Give Me You
Best Styled Artist of the Year
- Thembi Seete
- Kelly Khumalo
- Nhlanhla Mafu
- Tyla
Dance Artist of the Year
- Cici Mjolo
- Delta The Leo Phefumula
- Lady Zamar Castles
- Makhadzi Mapara
- Sefa (Ghana) Vibration
Hiphop Artist of the year
- Dope Saint Jude Why Not
- Dyna Steez Nomalanga
- Faith K Qosh
- Fifi Cooper Running
- Nadia Nakai Never Leave
Music Video of the year
- DJ Zinhle and CICI Thula
- Kamo Mphela Dali featuring Khalil Harrison & Tyler ICU, Baby S.O.N
- Kelly Khumalo Emaweni
- Lwah Ndlunkulu Ngiyathandaza
- Tyla Water
Entertainment Radio Presenter of the year
- Catherine Mahamo The Opulant life Oppulance Radio
- Lebo Maoela Rea Thella 3-6 Lesedi FM
- Lethabo Lejoy Mathatho Monate Breakfast Show Thobela FM
- Mpumi Mlambo The Encore Metro FM
- Mroza Buthelezi Vuka Afrika Breakfast show Ukhozi FM
Amapiano Artist of the year
- Bassie Izenzo with Amos
- Kamo Mphela Dali featuring Khalil Harrison & Tyler ICU, Baby S.O.N
- Mawhoo Ngilimele featuring Deep Sen, KingTalkzin, Mthuzi
- Nkosazana Daughter Amaphutha featuring Murumba Pitch
- Zee Nxumalo Thula Mabota with Pabi Cooper ,031CHOPPA Featuring Shakes and Les
Newcomer of the year
- DJ Tshegu, Mzokwana with Focalistic featuring Sims and Noreng
- MeloBeGreat Naledi
- Nano Mothibi Bazobuya
- Nontokozo Mkhize Moyongcwele
- Peekay Gavu Zahlanzwa
Music TV Show Presenter of the year
- Candice Modiselle Beatz and Rhymes Season 1 BET Africa
- Robyn Nakaambo (Namibia) WhataLifestyle NBC
- Nomalanga Shozi The Sauce SABC 1
- Bontle Modiselle Clash of the Choirs Mzansi Magic
- Shamiso Mosaka Newsish MTV Base
Song of the year
- Dali Kamo Mphela featuring Khalil Harrison Tyler ICU & Baby S.O.N
- Eyami Lwah Ndlunkulu
- Izenzo Bassie, Aymos
- Ngiyabonga Naledi Aphiwe
- Water Tyla
Artist Of The year
- Kamo Mphela
- Lwah Ndlunkulu
- Makhadzi
- Nomcebo Zikode
- Tyla
Gospel Artist of the year
- Londiwe Ka Masondo Cele Ukhona La
- Nomandla Sandra Egameni
- Snezeiy Izulu (Live)
- Xolly Mncwango Umuhle baba (Live at Cedawoods of Sandton, 2023)
- Zaza Mokhethi Shabach shofar Chronicles
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