Launched in 2022, the Basadi in Music Awards was born from a vision to spotlight, celebrate, and elevate the women making waves in the music industry. From singers and rappers to DJs, composers, producers, and behind-the-scenes visionaries, these awards honour the full spectrum of female talent in the music ecosystem.

The word Basadi means women, and that’s who this platform is built for. It’s about recognition. Visibility. Power. It’s about creating a stage where women don’t just perform, they are celebrated, supported, and remembered.

At the heart of the awards is a spirit of sisterhood and legacy. We pay tribute not only to today’s trailblazers, but also to generations of women who fought for freedom, equality, and creative expression, across South Africa, the continent, and the globe.

With all categories open to public voting, the awards are a true reflection of what moves the people. Every vote counts. Every story matters.

Basadi in Music Awards – where women rise, and music remembers.