Malawi’s UMP Music Awards have introduced the nominees for this yr’s version …
With Eli Njuchi, Namadingo and Zeze Kingston rising as essentially the most nominated acts throughout a number of key classes.
Eli Njuchi, considered one of Malawi’s main Afrobeats and R&B artists, obtained a number of nominations, together with Male Artist of the 12 months, Album/EP of the 12 months for CIFU, and Finest Afrobeats/Fusion Act. He additionally options within the Finest Collaboration class for ‘Ju’ (which has him featured by Macelba).
Namadingo, one other robust contender, secured nominations for Male Artist of the 12 months, Music of the 12 months for ‘Tuli’, Finest Stay Act, and Finest Music Video for a similar observe. His fanbase, referred to as Nama Followers, has additionally been recognised within the Finest Followers Award class. Namadingo is additional nominated within the Tourism Promotion and Humanitarian Award classes.
Zeze Kingston stands out with nods within the Male Artist of the 12 months, Finest Amapiano Act, Finest Stay Act, and Humanitarian Award classes.
Amongst feminine nominees, Jetu and Temwah lead with a number of appearances. Jetu is shortlisted for Feminine Artist of the 12 months and Music of the 12 months for ‘Pangolin’, whereas Temwah is up for Feminine Artist of the 12 months and Tourism Promotion honours.
Different robust contenders embrace Joe Ikon, who was nominated for Male Artist of the 12 months, Finest New Male Artist and Finest Amapiano Act, whereas Driemo’s ‘Magini’ competes for Music of the 12 months and Finest Music Video.
In style classes, Gwamba, Phyzix, and Toast are nominated for Finest Hip Hop/Rap Act, whereas Driemo, Eli Njuchi, Kell Kay, Merchah and Onesimus dominate the Finest Afrobeats/Fusion Act class.
The 2025 UMP Music Awards will happen on twenty fifth October in the course of the UMP Competition, a celebration of music, style, movie, and the humanities. The Competition options music performances, the Cape Maclear Movie Competition showcasing African and world storytelling, the Miss UMP Magnificence Pageant, and a vibrant artwork exhibition with stay portray, road artwork, and digital installations.
Voting for the UMP Awards formally opens on eighth October and can run till twentieth October 2025, giving followers throughout the nation and past the prospect to assist their favorite artists and acts.
See the total checklist of nominees right here.