The 2024 Kwacha Music Awards was a major event held at Lusaka’s Music Club, where Zambia’s top musical talents were celebrated for their contributions to the music industry. Here is a summary of the winners in various categories:
- Lifetime Achievement Award: Moses Sakala
- Best Artist by Province: Y Celeb (Copperbelt), Dizmo (Lusaka), Broken Hill Emmy (Central), Chile 84 (Eastern), Knack Unity (Luapula), Muzo AKA Alphonso (Northern), Mordecaii zm (Southern), Ozone Africa (Western)
- Best Music Producer: King Nachi Beats
- Humanitarian Award: Macky 2
- Best International Achievement: Yo Maps
- Best Folk/Indigenous Song: “Lishombe” by Angela Nyirenda & Moses Sakala
- Best Newcomers: Tianna (Female), JC Kalinks (Male)
- Best Dancehall/Reggae Song: “Love Me” by T-Sean
- Best Afro Fusion/R&B Song: “Nayo Nayo” by Chile One
- Best Hip-Hop/Rap Song: “360” by Chef 187
- Best Mainstream/Pop Song: “Mpawi” by Jemax
- Most Conscious Song: “Nayo Nayo” by Chile One
- Best Collaboration: “Mpawi” by Jemax ft. Kays Adams
- Best Gospel Songs: “Mfisa Yesu” by Christine (Female), “Ishiwi” by Reuben (Male)
- Best Band: Amayenge
- Best Duo/Group: Chanda na Kay
- Best Choir: Defence and Security Choir
- Gospel Album of the Year: Mweba Ndwila Inkondo by Peace Preachers
- Best Artist Male: Yo Maps
- Best Artist Female: Xaven
- Song of the Year: “Mpawi” by Jemax
- Album of the Year: Boy from Chililand by Chile One
This year’s Kwacha Music Awards showcased Zambia’s musical diversity, honoring artists from various genres and regions. For the full list and more details, visit the official Kwacha Music Awards page on Facebook or local news platforms.
