American Comedian Anthony Anderson To Host 2015 MTV Africa Music Awards

Actor, producer, comedic genius and all-round funnyman Anthony Anderson is to host the fifth edition of the MTV Africa Music Awards 2015!

#MTVMAMA2015, sponsored by KwaZulu-Natal in association with Absolut Vodka and in partnership with The City of Durban, takes place on Saturday 18th July at the Durban International Convention Centre, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.

‘I’m so looking forward to my first trip to Durban and KwaZulu-Natal and honoured to be hosting MAMA 2015 on Nelson Mandela’s birthday – it’s going to be awesome!” said Anthony Anderson.

Commented Alex Okosi, SVP and MD, VIMN Africa, “Funny, charismatic and engaging, Anthony Anderson is guaranteed to make MAMA 2015 a memorable event thanks to his unique comedic presence and boundless energy.”

Fresh from his recent stint as co-host of the BET Awards 2015 in LA,  Anthony Anderson is star and Executive Producer of ABC's new comedy Black-ish alongside actress Tracee Ellis Ross, while also hosting

Samini Tipped To Win Mtv MAMA ‘‘Evolution’’ Award. Find OUT How!

Renowned for his live band performances, Samini continues to make big strides in his genre of music, African dancehall; with over a decade of constant contribution to the music industry. Samini undoubtedly has mastered his craft by ensuring that he enhances his creativity by working with the best of producers to provide contagious sounds for his fans and new listeners.
Samini’s steadfast approach towards music is what has landed him his latest nomination by MTV MAMAs. The category titled “The MAMA Evolution” is set to honour established artistes who have made an indelible mark on Africa and global music culture.
Also taking African music to new territories around the world, pushing the boundaries of creativity and shaping the soundscape of contemporary Africa.
It can be said that this nomination is timely as Samini is gearing up towards the release of his 6th album titled “Breaking News”, which is a gradual development of sounds best to portray the next realm of Samini’s musical career.

When asked what the new nomination from MTV MAMA meant to him, he stated,

Photos : The Absolut Party, A Pre-party For MTV Africa Music Awards In Accra

The Firefly Lounge over the weekend was the place to be. Why? because the MAMAs Pre Party sponsored by Absolut took place.

Accra may not be part of the cities for this year’s Road to MAMA’s festivities ahead of the MTV Africa Music Awards but Absolut Vodka, sponsors of the awards held a party in Accra to keep up with the excitement around the continent.

The Firefly lounge in Osu was transformed into a colourful galaxy boasting of lights, colours and mind blowing music, last Friday night. There was a massive turnout on the stroke of 12, with lots of Accra’s vibrant party goers turning up and getting turned out! There was endless music from two DJ’s on the turntables, and plenty out of the world Absolut cocktails to go around the tables!

Guests won several giveaways including special Absolut Vodka branded Skull Candy headsets. The Absolut Party ahead of the MAMA awards turned out to be an experience better than promised.

Sarkodie, Stonebwoy and Fuse ODG

Sarkodie, Stonebwoy, others nominated for MTV MAMAs 2015

Ghanaian artistes, Sarkodie and Stonebwoy have been nominated at this year’s MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMA) in the Best Male and Best New Act Categories respectively.
UK based Ghanaian Fuse ODG earned a nomination in the Best Pop & Alternative category.

The awards ceremony will be held on Saturday, July 18, 2015 at the Durban International Convention Centre (ICC), KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.

Check out the full list of nominees: