The MTV Africa Music Awards has updated its line up of performers for its 2016 edition. Hip hop musician Ycee will join fellow performing artists Yemi Alade, Cassper Nyovest, and Alikiba to perform at the sixth edition of the pan-African awards show.
The singer is currently on the second leg of his African tour; visiting Kenya, Tanzania and South Africa.
Highlighting the “gold standard” in contemporary music, creativity and achievement, The MTV Africa Music Awards recognizes and rewards musicians and achivers who have made the most impact on African music and youth culture in the previous year.
The previous edition of the awards held in Durban, South Africa saw Psquare winning Artist of the Decade, Best Group Award, D’banj won MTV Evolution Award, Davido went home with African Best Male Artist, and Yemi Alade Best Female.
The nominations for the MAMA will be revealed in Johannesburg in September, 2016.
Nominees are selected by the MAMA “academy”, a group of opinion formers and professionals from the world of music and entertainment who create a shortlist based on the artists and musicians who have received airplay on the channel between 21 March 2015 and 23 August 2016.
