Fally Ipupa, Vanessa Mdee, Sarkodie, Sheyi Shay, others gears up for AFRIMA 2017
as over 700 African superstars to converge in Lagos
Ahead of the 2017 edition of the biggest African Music award, AFRIMA billed to hold next month in Lagos, organisers have hinted that all hands is currently on deck towards the smooth running of the event flow this year that includes the Afrima roundtable, Afrima
Music Village and the main award running from between Nov.10-12, 2017.
With over 700 African superstars converging in Lagos, it sure promises to be a wonderful show and the talk of the town as more African music stars have confirmed attendance of the event.
Expected at the event includes Salif Keita (Mali), Fally Ipupa (DRC), Femi Kuti (Nigeria), Wizkid (Nigeria), Young Paris (DRC), Diamond Platnumz(Tanzania), Sheyi Shey (Nigeria), Bussine (Gabon), Bebe Cool(Uganda), 2Baba (Nigeria), Venessa Mdee (Tanzania), Sheyi Shay (Nigeria), Nasty C (South Africa), Sarkodie (Ghana), Fnaire (Morroco),Eddy Kenzo (Uganda), Ibitssam Tiskat (Morocco), Emtee (South Africa) and over 700 African superstars have been confirmed by the African Union Commission, AUC and the international Committee of the All Africa MusicAwards (AFRIMA) to attend the main events of AFRIMA 2017.
Other ace artistes; Chess Nthussi (Kenya), Ebony (Ghana), Timaya (Nigeria), Montess (Cameroon), Niniola (Nigeria), Babes Woduno (SouthAfrica), Tay Grin (Malawi), Nsoki (Angola), Olamide (Nigeria), Big Nelo(Angola), Shatta Wale (Ghana), Cheba Maria (Algeria), Runtown (Nigeria),Amanda Black (South Africa), Kiff No Beat (Cote D’ivoire), Reniss (Cameroon), Small Doctor (Nigeria), Mura K. E (Kenya) are also listed for performances at the AFRIMA Music Village (November 10) and the Main Awards Ceremony (November 12).
It is however important to note that AFRIMA award is distinctive as it rewards the creativity and originality of African artistes and songwriters with the luxury 23.9 carat Gold plaited trophy.
The annual AFRIMA awards is in partnership with the African Union to foster economic development and integration on the continent while showcasing the cultural heritage of Africa to the rest of the world. The awards platform achieves this by celebrating and rewarding old and young music talents of African origin. Lagos State is the official host city of AFRIMA 2017 as appointed by the African Union after hosting a successful 2016 edition.
