When were the Zzina Awards 2025 held?
On Thursday, February 13th, 2025, the 12th edition of the highly anticipated Zzina Awards 2025 Listener’s Choice took centre stage. The event brought together some of Uganda’s biggest names in music, entertainment, and sports. Hosted at the Galaxy FM premises, the event was an electrifying celebration of the best talents who significantly impacted 2024.
Who hosted the Zzina Awards 2025?
The dynamic duo of Mr. Henrie and Florah Show hosted the glamorous ceremony, ensuring an evening filled with excitement, laughter, and recognition. The night’s biggest winner was Ava Peace, who took home multiple awards, cementing her status as one of Uganda’s top artists.
Swangz Avenue co-founder Benon Mugumbya was honoured with the prestigious Legend of the Year award for his immense contribution to Uganda’s music industry. In the sports category, Vipers Football Club’s Allan Okello received the Sports Personality of the Year award for his outstanding performance over the past season.
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Full List of 2025 Zzina Awards Winners
- Best Contemporary Urban Song: Tabbu – Dax Vibez & Ava Peace
- Best Inspirational Song: Lukusuuta – Stream Of Life Choir
- Best Lugaflow/Rap Song: Tewepiima Nange – Da Agent
- Best Fans Team: Fangone Soldiers
- Best Dancehall Song: Kinawolovu
- Best Comedy Content Creator: Tally Vian
- Sports Personality of the Year: Allan Okello
- Best Lugaflow/Rap Artist: Kapeke
- Best Songwriter: Dokta Brain
- Best Contemporary Urban Artist: Dax Vibez
- Best Dancehall Artist: Mudra
- Best Afrobeat Song: It’s Okay – Acidic Vokoz
- Best Collaboration: Tabbu – Dax Vibez & Ava Peace
- Legend Award: Benon Mugumbya
- Best Producer Zzina Awards 2025: Bassboi
- Best Male Artist: Alien Skin
- Best Female Artist: Ava Peace
- Breakthrough Artist: Nandor Love
- Song of the Year: Dawa – Elijah Kitaka
- Artist of the Year: Ava Peace
Who performed at the Galaxy FM Zzina Awards 2025?
The event was not just about awards but also featured thrilling live performances. Rising star Tracy Melon opened the night with a rendition of the National Anthem. Anknown followed with a heartfelt performance before Recho Rey energized the audience with her rap set. Dax Vibez and Ava Peace took the stage together to deliver a dynamic performance of their hit collaboration Tabbu.
Elijah Kitaka captivated the crowd with his chart-topping songs, while Dokta Brain was impressed with an acoustic performance, later joined by Kataleya and Kandle. To close the night, a high-energy DJ mix set the stage for celebrations as winners basked in their well-earned recognition.
The 2025 Zzina Awards cemented its reputation as Uganda’s premier platform for celebrating musical excellence, leaving fans and artists alike looking forward to another year of great music and talent.
