Basadi in Music Awards 2023: Celebrating Women’s Excellence in the Music Industry
The music industry witnessed a night of grandeur and celebration as the Basadi in Music Awards 2023 unfolded, honouring the exceptional achievements of women in the field on August 12.
The event, held at the Joburg Theatre, under the theme of African Royalty and Sneakers was a platform to acknowledge the outstanding contributions of female artists who have redefined the music landscape.
The annual awards were founded in 2022 with the goal to celebrate female talent and achievements in the music industry.
The all-encompassing awards honour varied talents such as singers, rappers, DJs, composers, producers and creatives in the music ecosystem.
Among some of the big winners were Lwah Ndlunkulu who won the big award of the night, Artist of the Year beating out Makhadzi and Uncle Waffles.
DJ of the Year award went to Lady Amar, while Nadia Nakai (ft Lucasraps) won Hip Hop Artist of the Year.
Winners:
Gospel Artist of the Year – Ntokozo Mbambo
Song of the Year ‘Ithuba’ – Lwah Ndlunkulu
Afropop Artist of the Year – Kelly Khumalo
Sofnfree Amapiano Artist of the Year – Khanyisa Jaceni
Dance Artist of the Year – Nuzu Deep
Duo/Collaboration of the Year – Qwabe Twins
Nando’s Emerging Artist of the Year – Noluthando Ngema
Entertainment Radio Presenter of the Year – Khutso Theledi
Entertainment Journalist of the Year – Masego Seemela
Entertainment Radio Producer of the Year – Phila Tyekana
Entertainment TV Producer of the Year – Philisa Bidi
Jazz Artist of the Year- Thesis ZA
Music TV Presenter of the Year – Ntombee Mzolo
Music Video of the Year – Ney The Bae
Pop Artist of the Year – Holly Rey
Newcomer of the Year – Group Chat
Reggae Artist of the Year – Empres Lilly
Social Media Influencer of the Year – Tshidi Kekana Manganye
SAMRO Songwriter of the Year – Msaki
Mosadi in Music in Africa Awards Recipient:
Berita (Zimbabwe)
Ayra Starr (Nigeria)
Maleh (Lesotho)
Mpho Sebina (Botswana)
Sefa (Ghana)
Lifetime Achievement Awards:
Angélique Kidjo
Letta Mbulu
PJ Powers
The highlight of the awards night was the acknowledgement of the exceptional winners. Ranging from powerful vocalists to trailblazing producers, each award category celebrated women who have left an indelible mark on the industry.
The event will be broadcast on SABC 2 on August 27 at 20:30.
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