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  • SAMAs Return To North West For Its Historic Homecoming Edition

    SAMAs Return To North West For Its Historic Homecoming Edition

    TL;TR The South African Music Awards are heading back to the North West Province for their 32nd edition on 15 August 2026. The return marks a significant moment for South Africa’s music industry, reconnecting the awards with a province that has hosted some of its most memorable editions while positioning culture, tourism and entertainment at…

  • The Full 31st Annual South African Music Awards (SAMA31) Winners List

    The 31st South African Music Awards (SAMA31) recognised defining achievements across genres, with major wins for Thandiswa Mazwai, Mthandeki SK, Goldmax, and Black Motion. Held at Gallagher Estate and broadcast nationally, SAMA31 honoured emerging talent, celebrated legacy artists, and reflected South Africa’s musical breadth under the theme “Flowers For Those Who Keep Our Nation Singing.”…

  • The SAMAs Usher In A New Era As They Announce A Hybrid Event

    The Recording Industry of South Africa (RiSA) has announced that the 31st Annual South African Music Awards (SAMA31) will be held on Saturday, 14 December 2025 in a hybrid format. The shift reflects a new digital-forward vision that expands access, sustainability, and audience engagement while preserving the awards’ prestige and cultural significance. Sama31 Goes Hybrid:…

  • The #SAMA31 Complete 2025 Nominee And Winners List Across Categories

    The stage is officially set for the 31st edition of the South African Music Awards (SAMA31). On Thursday, 28 August 2025, the Recording Industry of South Africa (RiSA) unveiled the nominees in a vibrant virtual showcase that captured the pulse of the nation’s music scene. Spanning 25 categories, the announcement reflects the depth and diversity of…

  • Soul Brothers And Ladysmith Black Mambazo Shine At #SAMA30 Celebrating Legacy

    The 30th Annual South African Music Awards (SAMAs) highlighted two of South Africa’s most iconic musical groups, Soul Brothers and Ladysmith Black Mambazo, recognizing their contributions to traditional and indigenous music. Both groups received top honors at the event held on November 2, 2024, showcasing their resilience, innovation, and dedication to celebrating South African heritage…

  • [FULL LIST] Africa Fest Harmonizes Global Amapiano Surge With South African Music Awards Integration

    The Recording Industry of South Africa (RiSA) recently unveiled the remarkable achievements of this year’s South African Music Awards (SAMAs) at the SunBet Arena in Pretoria. The event, held on Saturday, November 18, dazzled audiences with a star-studded lineup featuring prominent figures like DBN Gogo, Pabi Cooper, Uncle Waffles, Kamo Mphela, and many others. Amapiano,…

  • Nomcebo Zikode Continues Reign With Another Prestigious Win At The 29th SAMA Awards

    In continuation of her sheer excellence, Nomcebo Zikode has added yet another award to her already-filled trophy cabinet. Having recently grabbed the ”Best Global African Artist (Female)” award at Rwanda’s 2023 Trace Awards, the illustrious singer has come home to yet another nod. The 29th annual SAMA Awards have recognized Nomcebo’s global success by giving…

  • RiSA And Africa Fest Unite For A Night Of Music Excellence And Unity #SAMA29

    In what is hailed as a show of unity by the music industry, the Recording Industry of South Africa (RiSA) is proud to announce that SAMA29 will be hosted in collaboration with Africa Fest. SAMA29 will be staged on 18 November 2023 at the SunBet Arena at Time Square, Menlyn Maine. The red carpet kicks…

  • [ENTER] Reminder For Musicians To Submit Their SAMA29 Entries

    The Recording Industry of South Africa (RiSA) has opened submissions for musicians to enter the 29th edition of the SA Music Awards (SAMAs). Entries in over 30 genre categories eligible for SAMA consideration must have been released between 1 February 2022 and 14 April 2023. Submissions can be made on our website www.samusicawards.co.za or delivered physically at…

  • Zakes Bantwini Leads With Seven Nods For This Year’s SAMAs

    Zakes Bantwini leads the nominees’ list for #SAMA28 with a total of seven nominations. After already earning a nod in the Record of the Year (ROTY) category announced last week for Osama with Kasango, he bags an additional six. His album, Ghetto King, is up for Album of the Year, Male Artist of the Year,…

  • Blaq Diamond Make History As Artist Of The Year Winners At SAMA27

    The people have spoken! Blaq Diamond made history as the first outfit to ever be crowned Artist of the Year at the SA Music Awards. The Durban duo emerged head and shoulders above others when they attracted the biggest number of votes in a category voted for by the public in a star-studded show broadcast…

  • #SAMA27 Rings In Changes With Announcement Of New Categories

    The SA Music Awards has spruced up a few categories as the call for entries gathers momentum. The Best Kwaito/Amapiano/Gqom Album has been discontinued and in its place are the newly named categories: Best Amapiano Album. The category honours excellence by musicians in the amapiano genre.  Best Gqom Album. The category honours excellence by musicians…