AFRIMA 13-Member Jury Arrives in Lagos
Lagos, Nigeria – A 13-member jury panel has arrived in Lagos to evaluate thousands of entries for the 2025 All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA). The week-long adjudication process, running from August 8 to 16, will determine the nominees for this year’s prestigious awards. The jury will assess submissions from African artists, producers, songwriters, DJs, dancers, video directors, and record labels, including undiscovered talents across the continent and diaspora. The final nominees’ list will be unveiled after the rigorous screening. AFRIMA, organized in partnership with the African Union (AU) and hosted by Lagos State, celebrates African musical excellence under this year’s theme: “Unstoppable Africa.” The awards feature over 40 categories, recognizing diverse genres and regional talent. Commitment to Fair and Transparent JudgingMs. Hadja Kobele, representing the African Diaspora (North America) on the jury, emphasized the panel’s dedication to a credible and unbiased selection process. “Every entry—whether from a superstar or an emerging artist—will be […]