Trace, the leading Afro-Urban music and culture platform, has announced that the Trace Awards and Summit, 2025 edition, is set to take place in Zanzibar, at the Mora Resort, from February 24-26, 2025.
Building on the tremendous success of the last Trace Awards edition, which captivated over 500 million fans worldwide, this prestigious event will not only celebrate Africa’s top artists but also spotlight the rich cultural stories that shape their artistry.
Over the past three years, Afro-centric music has steadily dominated global charts, spanning genres like Afrobeat, Amapiano, Dancehall, Afro-pop, Zouk, Kizomba, Genge, Coupé Décalé, Bongo Flava, Gospel, Hip Hop, Kompa, R&B and Rumba.
The Trace Awards stand as the premier event, created in Africa for Africa and the world, recognizing and honoring the talents that have driven this remarkable global success such as Burna Boy, Fally Ipupa, Davido, Tyla, Rema, Wizkid, Diamond Platnumz, Nomcebo, Didi B, Yemi Alade, Ayra Starr and so many more.
Event details
- Summit: February 24-25, 2025
- Awards: February 26, 2025
- Venue: The Mora Luxury Resort, Zanzibar, Tanzania.
The Trace Summit will be a dynamic hub for creative discussions, empowerment, and networking, featuring panels, keynotes, and masterclasses on African creative industries, technology, branding, and more.
The event offers a unique platform for artists, managers, DJs, producers, promoters, investors, lawyers, governments, brands, and industry stakeholders from Africa and its diaspora to connect and exchange knowledge.
