STARDUST AND ACHIEVEMENTS: THE 8th ANNUAL EMY AFRICA AWARDS

 The 8^th Annual EMY Africa Awards unfolded in a blaze of glamour and talent.

In a star-studded affair that glittered as bright as the constellations, the 8^th Annual EMY Africa Awards unfolded in a blaze of glamour and talent. Celebrities, luminaries, and rising stars from various industries gathered under the same roof to celebrate unparalleled achievements. From heartfelt speeches to breathtaking performances, the awards ceremony was not just an event; it was a symphony of talent, emotion, and inspiration.

The event, held on the 14^th of October at the Grand Arena, Accra International Conference Centre, opened up with a red-carpet session and networking buffer. Guests arrived looking their best. The star-studded carpet saw personalities such as Richard Mofe Damijo, Chidi Mokeme, Nadia Buari, Nana Ama McBrown, Tobi Bakre, Charles Abani, Becca, Mawuli Gavor, Asamoah Gyan, Bimbo Ademoye, Lydia Forson and Adjetey Anang.

At the main event, the stage came alive with electrifying performances, from soulful ballads to high-energy dance numbers, showcasing the diverse talents that make the entertainment industry in West Africa vibrant and dynamic. Cobhams Asuquo, Efya, Fameye, Camidoh, and Perez Muzik took to the stage in turns.

Beyond the glitz and glamour, the gala served as a reminder of the transformative power of unity. In a room filled with stars, the night emphasized the importance of celebrating not just individual achievements but the collective brilliance that emerges when creativity, passion, and determination converge. These are this year’s winners:

Honorary

1. Alex Apau Dadey (Man of the Year)
2. Beatrice Agyemang (Woman of the Year)
3. Cobhams Asuquo (Man of Courage)
4. Dr. James Orleans-Lindsay (Magnate Award)
5. Olugbenga Agboola (Man of the Year – Technology)
6. Thebeetsile Kgosi Ikalafeng (Special Recognition Award)
7. Chief Dele Momodu (Special Recognition Award)
8. Erastus Asare Donkor (PAV Ansah Communicator Award)
9. Berla Mundi (Young Achiever – Female)
10. Oluwatosin Oluwole Ajibade (Mr Eazi) (Young Achiever – Male)
11. Abdulai Fadilu Rahman (Asclepian Award)
12. Prof. Ablade Glover (Lifetime Achievement Award)
13. The Goodroll Africa (Green Corporate Star Award)
14. Tajuddeen Adepetu (Media Excellence Award) 
15. Lions Clubs International (Group of the Year)
16. Asamoah Gyan (Continental Icon Award)
17. Kavuma Dauda – Founder, Ghetto Kids (Humanitarian Award)
18. Michael Zormelo (Man of the Year Agriculture Award)
19. Nana Sarfo (Man of Style)
20. Zeepay (Brand of the Year)
21. Ibrahim Mahama (The Creative and Support Arts Award)
22. Fred Swaniker (The Guardian Award)

Competitive

1. Mohammed Kudus (Discovery of the Year)
2. Mohammed Kudus (Man of the Year)
3. Jay Ray Ghartey (Designer of the Year)
4. Bill Asamoah (Actor of the Year)
5. Black Sherif (Man of the Year – Music)

As the curtain fell and the stars dispersed into the night, the echoes of the awards ceremony lingered, leaving behind memories of inspiration and excellence. In every award handed, and in every note sung, the EMY Africa Awards became a testament to the indomitable spirit of human achievement.