Rema NamakulaUganda |1991| LugandaRehema Namakula, better known as Rema, is a popular Ugandan musician and singer-songwriter. She began her music career in 2013 with her breakthrough hit single "Oli Wange," which gained her a considerable fan base. Rema's music style is a fusion of Ugandan pop, R&B, and dancehall. Her unique sound has earned her numerous accolades, including the "Best Female Artist" award at the 2020 HiPipo Music Awards. In addition to her music career, Rema is also a fashionista and a mother of three. She has used her platform to advocate for women's rights and encourage young women to pursue their dreams. Rema continues to be a prominent figure in the Ugandan music industry, with hit songs such as "Sili Muyembe" and "Tikula" under her belt.
Lady PonceCameroon |1983| FrenchLady Ponce, whose real name is Adèle Ruffine Ngono, is an influential award-winning Cameroonian singer-songwriter, dancer, and philanthropist. She began her music career in 2005 with the release of her first album, "Poison" and has since released several other albums. Lady Ponce is known for her unique style of Bikutsi music, a traditional Cameroonian rhythm that she modernized and popularized among the younger generation. Her music is characterized by her powerful voice, energetic performances, dance moves, provocative lyrics and colorful stage costumes.
Aminu AlaNigeria |1971| HausaAminu Alan Waka is a Hausa musician, author, and cultural advocate from Nigeria. He studied Islamic education and industrial design before co-founding a music factory, Hikima Multi Media, in Kano. His music addresses societal issues and he has been dubbed the "Voice of the Voiceless". Aminu's unique use of classical Hausa words, idioms, and phrases in his music has earned him awards and accolades, including an Honorary Doctorate Degree. He holds traditional titles including Dan Amanar Bichi and King of Dutse Emirate Musicians.
Hamisu BreakerNigeria |1992| HausaHamisu Breaker, born Hamisu Sa’id Yusuf, is a renowned Hausa singer and songwriter from Nigeria. He discovered his passion for music during his secondary school days, and he has since released numerous songs before finally dropping his debut album. Hamisu's popularity extends far and wide in the commercial city of Kano, where his name is on the lips of everyone, young and old. He sings exclusively in Hausa, and his songs have gained immense acceptance among the Hausa-speaking youths. In 2020, his song "Jaruma" became the most-watched Hausa song on YouTube, setting a record in the history of Hausa music. One of his songs, "Karshen Kauna," hit a million views in less than two months after its release and now boasts over 3.3 million views.
SimiNigeria |1988| EnglishBorn Simisola Bolatiti Ogunleye, Simi is a Nigerian songwriter, actress, and one of the biggest Nigerian female musicians. Though she began writing songs and singing at age 10 in her church choir, Simi's break came in 2014 after she switched from gospel songs to secular. Her breakout singles were “Jamb Question” and “E No Go Funny." Simi has won several awards and nominations. She's considered one of the leading voices in contemporary Nigerian music and continues to release music that resonates with her fans.
Irene NtaleUganda |1989| SwahiliIrene Ntale is a multi-award-winning Ugandan performer, singer, songwriter, and guitarist who rose to fame in the early 2010s. She is known for blending traditional Ugandan rhythms with modern RnB and afrobeats influences. Ntale has since released several successful albums and singles, and has become one of the most popular and respected artists in Uganda and across East Africa.
