August 14, Kenya National Theatre – Nairobi’s Eastlands is home to some of the biggest artists this country has seen. In Gospel circles in particular, many of the crème de la crème trace their roots to the area that covers Huruma, Buruburu, Dandora, Umoja, Kayole, Maringo and Jericho estates – hence the Mwafaka Awards. This year’s edition saw Eastlands honor some of their finest, doing so for the second time in a bigger, better and brighter way.

Although the KNT is hardly the Elysee, the event organizers pulled all the stops to ensure that the awards were still glitzy and glamorous. The artists did not disappoint either, turning up in their best and putting on quite a show. For some, it was the first time they were getting recognized for their efforts, while for others, they had traveled this road before.

The MCs, Tony of MOG and Monique provided an interesting blend. Tony brought humor while Monique exuded elegance.  The hype guy was Alemba, with his ceaseless energy keeping the event going alongside System Unit DJs led by DJs Mo and Sadic. The afternoon’s performances included Ngashville, Am A Son, Hey-Z and Mr. Vee pairing up with Caro Nyce among others.

When it came to the awards, Kris (of the Eh Baba fame) walked away with the male artist trophy while the dance group award was bagged by Alabaster dancers. Mad Love Lounge’s DJ GG was named DJ of the Year, while Izzo's Sunday Chroistian got the nod for hip-hop song.

Save for a few hitches, the event was a good display of what Eastlands has to offer in terms of new talent, and looks set to keep doing that. Here is the list of winners and pictures from the event.

:: LIST OFWINNERS   

:: Male Artist of the Year
Kris ‘Eeh Baba’

:: Female Artist of the Year
Michelle Mumbi

:: Song of the Year
Naona Macho by Skiza

:: Collabo of Year
Kaza Kamba-Real Gees feat Luminas

:: Dance Group of the Year
Alabaster

:: DJ of the Year
Dj GG

:: Hip Hop Song of the Year
Sunday Christian by Izzo

:: Group of the Year
Wazee Wetu

:: Video of the Year
On n On by MC Dice

:: Producer of the Year
JB Blessing
 

MCs Monique and Tony At Work

Mr. V & Caro Nyce Tag

Hey-Z Checks In

Time For The Helicopter

Amason On Stage

The Fans Love It

DJ Sadic On The Spinner

Alemba & Tony Looking Like Twins

Ngashville Checks In

Then Gets On Stage With Alabaster

Dropping Rhymes

Artists Hang Out At The Gig

R-Kay Presents An Award

One More

DNA Enjoying Himself

Smiles All Round

Email (will not be published)

Name

Title

Comment
 remaining characters

Post