The award was established in 2008 by Mbokazi-Nkamburu to celebrate the best of gospel music in South Africa.
For the first time, the Crown Gospel Awards will be held without its founder, the late Zanele Mbokazi-Nkamburu.
The award's new executive producer, her husband and business partner Bishop Mpendulo Nkamble, shared a new logo bearing Mbokazi-Nkamble's image in her memory.
“The sight of a smiling Zanele emblazoned with the words 'The Legacy Continues' will serve as a powerful reminder of her impact on the South African music industry,” the Crown Gospel Awards said in a statement.
Mbokazi Nkambure, 52, died in August this year at Parklands Hospital in Durban after a battle with lung cancer.
Mbokazi Nkamburu is also a broadcaster on Ukhozi FM and hosted a Sunday morning spiritual program. Eshiro It was broadcast from 9 a.m. to noon.
“The SABC looks forward to continuing its partnership with Ms Mbokazi-Nkamble on the Crown Gospel Music Awards, which shine a light on this country's much-loved musical genre.” Entertainment Department Agency Group Head Lara Tuku asserted.
“Her passion for advancing the music industry is admirable.”
The award was established in 2008 by Mbokazi-Nkamburu to celebrate the best of gospel music in South Africa.
The 17th Annual Crown Gospel Music Awards ceremony will be held on November 24th at the Gallagher Estate in Midrand.
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This year's Crown Gospel Awards will introduce new categories. The Best of Africa category, open to artists from outside South Africa, is a new edition of the awards.
Winners of this award will tour the United States after the ceremony to support their career growth and international activities.
Nominees for this year's Crown Gospel Awards will be announced at the end of October.
Prior to the awards, the Iziko conference will be held to discuss artificial intelligence (AI) in the music industry and how artists can leverage AI and advanced technology to grow their music and their fans.
“These enhanced events are a highlight of what to expect at major awards ceremonies, and this year we will have a number of international guests in attendance, and together with South Africa we will celebrate the achievements of Zanele Mbokazi Nkamburu and her contribution.” The atmosphere is sure to grab attention around the world as it celebrates the gospel music industry worldwide,” the statement reads.
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Performer announcement
The South African Music Awards (Sama), which is celebrating its 30th anniversary, on Monday announced this year's list of performers.
These artists include KB, Sukwata Kamp, Busy Radebe, Liquideep, Thebe, Matthew Mole, Mtandeni SK, Ruwa Ndrunkulu, Zee Nxumalo, Babes Wodumo, Mthunzi, DJ Cleo It will be.
Samas will take place on 2 November 2024 at the Gallagher Convention Center in Midrand and will be broadcast live on SABC 1 from 7:30pm, with additional content available on SABC+.
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