By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI
Basadi in Music Awards (BIMA) 2024 nominees have been revealed and this has sparked a wave of excitement and anticipation in the music industry. The dazzling celebration of female artistry in all its forms is expected as the BIMA returns for its third year.
The CEO of BIMA, Hloni Modise-Matau said they are unwavering in their mission to honour women, who are the driving force behind the music. Modise-Matau said 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.
“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, Tyla, who is 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,” she said.
Modise-Matau further said 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.
She said in addition, the electrifying Kamo Mphela is nominated for Amapiano Artist of the Year, Music Video of the Year forDali 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,” said Modise-Matau.
Sofnfree’s Marketing Manager, Angelo Gangiaha said they are sponsoring the Afro Pop Artist of the Year category at the Basadi in Music Awards. She said this is more than just an opportunity to celebrate incredible musical talent.
“It is a testament to our commitment to empowering women. We believe in the power of music to inspire and uplift, and we are dedicated to supporting women who are breaking barriers and setting new standards in the industry.
“Through this sponsorship, Sofnfree reaffirms its dedication to promoting excellence, creativity, and the empowerment of women across all fields,” said Gangiaha.
Meanwhile, the acting Channel Head: SABC2, Jacqui Hlongwane said: “SABC 2 is excited to broadcast the Basadi in Music Awards 2024, celebrating the remarkable accomplishments of this year’s nominees. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the talented women whose creativity and dedication have earned them this prestigious recognition.
“It is a privilege to showcase their artistry to viewers across the nation and to be part of this inspiring celebration of female empowerment and excellence in music.”
The public can vote:
1. 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.
2. By purchasing voting bundles from www.bima2024.com 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. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to be part of the night that celebrates the best in female artistry.
Complete List of Voted for Nominees
Sofnfree AfroPop Artist of the year
1. Ikhona
Andina Nto
2. Kelly Khumalo
Emaweni
3. Lwah Ndlunkulu
Eyami
4. Naledi Aphiwe
Ngiyabonga
5. Zamo (Kingdom of Eswatini)
Lendlela
Jazz Artist of the Year
1. AusTebza
Mmangwane
2. Bokang Ramatlapeng
The Waters
3. Qaqamba Ntshinka
Zizinja
4. Salphina Kadiaka
Tompie
5. Thandi Ntuli
Nomayoyo (Ingoma ka Mkhulu)
DJ of the Year
1. PRULUV
2. DJ Tshupi
3. DJ Zinhle
4. Happygal
5. Kmat Dj
Pop Artist Of the year
1. Filah Lah lah
Past Myself
2. Namakau Star
Every Day
3. Pixie Whip
Feel it
4. Shekhinah
Risk featuring Moliy
5. TYLA
Water
Traditional Artist of the year
1. Buhlebendalo
Ilembe
2. Esther Mphahlele
Moratiwa
3. Jessica Mbangeni
Latshonilaga
4. NTUNJA
Buya
5. Pleasure Tsamanyalo
Makoti Take 5
Entertainment Journalist of the year
1. Kaunda Selisho
News24
2. Keitumetse Maako
News24
3. Mbalenhle Zuma
Sunday world
4. Oluthando Keteyi
Independent Media
5. Qhama Dayile
Zimoja
Songwriter of the Year
1. Brenda Mtambo
Bhaluyacima
2. Buhlebendalo
Ilembe
3. Cici
Mjolo
4. Londiwe Kamasondo Cele
Ukhona La
5. Makhadzi
Mapara
Entertainment TV Producer of the Year
1. Anele Mdoda
The masked singer
2. Noni Khumalo
Trendz Live
3. Swazi Dlamini
Church girls who rock
4. Thapelo Mowela
Morning live
5. Theresa Wilson
The sauce
Collaboration of the Year
1. DJ Pruluv and Boohle
Ngeke
2. DJ Zinhle and basetsana
Mdali
3. DJ Zinhle and Cici
Thula
4. Fezeka Dlamini Nomfundo Moh and Naledi
Uyangijabulisa
Entertainment Radio Producer of the Year
1. Lettie Dube
The Royal Playground -Radio 2000
2. Masego Tlhakanye
5FM Weekend breakfast
3. Miss Dimples
The Cruise Connection – KCA Radio
4. Nelza Buda
Sibuya Nawe Express Lane – Ikwekwezi FM
5. Noni Khumalo
The Lunch League – YFM
Reggae Artist of the Year
1. Dimahr
Ramasedi
2. Reign Afrika
Hush
3. Sanki Fayauman
Sthandwa Sami
4. Undefynd
Bill pile op
5. Zama Sunshine
Give Me You
Best Styled Artist of the Year
1. Thembi Seete
2. Kelly Khumalo
3. Nhlanhla Mafu
4. Tyla
Dance Artist of the Year
1. Cici
Mjolo
2. Delta The Leo
Phefumula
3. Lady Zamar
Castles
4. Makhadzi
Mapara
5. Sefa (Ghana)
Vibration
Hiphop Artist of the year
1. Dope Saint Jude
Why Not
2. Dyna Steez
Nomalanga
3. Faith K
Qosh
4. Fifi Cooper
Running
5. Nadia Nakai
Never Leave
Music Video of the year
1. DJ Zinhle and CICI
Thula
2. Kamo Mphela
Dali featuring Khalil Harrison & Tyler ICU, Baby S.O.N
3. Kelly Khumalo
Emaweni
4. Lwah Ndlunkulu
Ngiyathandaza
5. Tyla
Water
Entertainment Radio Presenter of the year
1. Catherine Mahamo
The Official L’amorage
2. Lebo Maoela
Rea Thella 3-6 Lesedi FM
3. Lethabo Lejoy Mathatho
Monate Breakfast Show Thobela FM
4. Mpumi Mlambo
The Encore Metro FM
5. Mroza Buthelezi
Vuka Afrika Breakfast show Ukhozi FM
Amapiano Artist of the year
1. Bassie
Izenzo with Amos
2. Kamo Mphela
Dali featuring Khalil Harrison & Tyler ICU, Baby S.O.N
3. Mawhoo
Ngilimele featuring Deep Sen, KingTalkzin, Mthuzi
4. Nkosazana Daughter
Amaphutha featuring Murumba Pitch
5. Zee Nxumalo
Thula Mabota with Pabi Cooper ,031CHOPPA Featuring Shakes and Les
Newcomer of the year
1. DJ Tshegu,
Mzokwana with Focalistic featuring Sims and Noreng
2. MeloBeGreat
Naledi
3. Nano Mothibi
Bazobuya
4. Nontokozo Mkhize
Moyongcwele
5. Peekay Gavu
Zahlanzwa
Music TV Show Presenter of the year
1. Candice Modiselle
Beatz and Rhymes Season 1 BET Africa
2. Robyn Nakaambo (Namibia)
WhataLifestyle NBC
3. Nomalanga Shozi
The Sauce SABC 1
4. Bontle Modiselle
Clash of the Choirs Mzansi Magic
5. Shamiso Mosaka
Newsish MTV Base
Song of the year
1. Dali
Kamo Mphela featuring Khalil Harrison Tyler ICU & Baby S.O.N
2. Eyami
Lwah Ndlunkulu
3. Izenzo
Bassie, Aymos
4. Ngiyabonga
Naledi Aphiwe
5. Water
Tyla
Artist Of The year
1. Kamo Mphela
2. Lwah Ndlunkulu
3. Makhadzi
4. Nomcebo Zikode
5. Tyla
Gospel Artist of the year
1. Londiwe Ka Masondo Cele
Ukhona La
2. Nomandla Sandra
Egameni
3. Snezeiy
Izulu (Live)
4. Xolly Mncwango
Umuhle baba (Live at Cedawoods of Sandton, 2023)
5. Zaza Mokhethi
Shabach shofar Chronicles
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