The All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) has called on artistes and other music industry professionals to submit their works for consideration in the 10th edition of the awards.
In a statement released on Thursday, the organisers said entries released or produced between August 10, 2025, and January 10, 2027, would be eligible for consideration across the 40 award categories.
Those eligible to participate include African artistes and emerging artistes living on the continent or in the Diaspora, as well as songwriters, music producers, video directors, DJs, dancers, choreographers, record labels and music executives.
Applicants are expected to complete the online submission form accurately and provide valid links to their entries. Audio and video works may be submitted through downloadable or streaming links hosted on platforms such as YouTube and SoundCloud.
Qualifying works can be submitted between October 11 and January 10, 2027, through the official AFRIMA website only.
Speaking about the entry portal opening, Lucy Ilado, AFRIMA international jury member representing eastern Africa, urged upcoming artistes to submit their works, saying the awards provide an opportunity for emerging voices to gain recognition alongside established artistes.
“As we open entries for the 10th edition of AFRIMA, I especially encourage upcoming artistes and music professionals to take advantage of this opportunity and submit their work. AFRIMA provides a platform for emerging voices to be discovered alongside established names from across Africa and the Diaspora,” she said.
“I also encourage entrants to take time to understand the different categories and submit their work in the category that best fits it. Beyond the quality of the work itself, it is important to ensure that entries are submitted correctly, with accurate information and working links, so they can be properly considered during the screening and adjudication process.”
Also speaking, Adam Tiran, AFRIMA international jury representing southern Africa, said the awards provide an opportunity for music professionals across Africa and the diaspora to showcase their work, discover new talent and promote African music globally.
“The African music industry is changing rapidly. We are seeing new sounds, new collaborations, and a new generation of artistes and music professionals finding their own space in the industry. AFRIMA gives these voices another opportunity to be heard and recognised,” Titan said.
“I encourage music professionals from across the continent and the Diaspora to use this entry window to put forward the work they believe represents where African music is today and where it is going. AFRIMA should continue to be a platform that discovers new talent, recognises excellence, and brings the different regions of Africa closer together through music for greater global expansion and reach.”
The 10th AFRIMA, held in partnership with the African Union (AU), is scheduled to hold its main events from May 18 to 23, 2027, with the grand aceremony taking place on May 23 in Lagos.
