Crown Gospel Music Awards: A Legacy of Inspiration Continues on SABC2. – FASHION FORCE AFRICA MAG
Don’t miss the 17th annual Crown Gospel Music Awards! This prestigious event, honoring the late founder Zanele Mbokazi-Nkambule, airs December 1st at 7:30 PM on SABC2. Celebrate the power of gospel music and discover South Africa’s finest talent.
Crown Gospel Music Awards Shine a Light on Gospel Greats: 2024 Ceremony on SABC2
Honoring a Legacy: “The Legacy Continues… Still, We Praise” Zanele Mbokazi-Nkambule
17th Crown Gospel Music Awards on December 1!
The Crown Gospel Music Awards, a cornerstone of South Africa’s gospel music scene, is back to celebrate its 17th year of honoring excellence in the genre. Scheduled for November 24, 2024, this prestigious event will light up the stage at Gallagher Estate in Midrand, bringing together gospel music enthusiasts, industry leaders, and beloved artists.
Audiences nationwide can look forward to experiencing the spirit and power of gospel music when the awards are broadcast on SABC2 on December 1, 2024, at 7:30 PM. With unforgettable performances and inspiring moments, the Crown Gospel Music Awards continues to be a beacon of celebration for the gospel music community. Don’t miss this incredible showcase of talent and faith!
Themed “The Legacy Continues… Still, We Praise,” this year’s ceremony pays homage to the late Zanele Mbokazi-Nkambule, the award’s founder. Her dedication and passion continue to inspire artists and music lovers alike. Bishop Mpendulo Nkambule, the current Executive Producer, emphasizes the enduring impact of the awards:
“The Crown Gospel Music Awards represent a timeless tradition that nurtures and honors the spirit of Gospel music, capturing the heartbeat of a nation and its people.”
Television personality Thabo Mdluli will preside over the evening, while a star-studded lineup of gospel giants takes the stage. Prepare to be uplifted by the sounds of Sipho Makhabane, Salvation Army Brass Band, Xolly Mncwango, Brian Temba, Mmatema, Solly Mahlangu, Rofhiwa Manyanga, and Sipho Ngwenya.
The Crown Gospel Music Awards continues to be a cornerstone of South Africa’s vibrant gospel music scene, celebrating the transformative power of this beloved genre. From soul-stirring melodies to contemporary praise anthems, the awards spotlight the diversity and depth of gospel music, showcasing its ability to uplift, inspire, and unite communities.
Throughout its 17-year journey, the Crown Gospel Music Awards have served as a springboard for countless artists. From Dr. Tumi and Jumbo to Dumi Mkokstad, these awards have fostered a thriving gospel music community.
This prestigious event not only honors the incredible artistry of South Africa’s gospel singers, songwriters, and performers but also highlights the dedication and passion behind their craft. The Crown Gospel Music Awards is a true celebration of faith, talent, and the unifying spirit of gospel music that resonates across the nation.
Don’t miss this powerful showcase of musical excellence that continues to elevate the genre to new heights!
Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate gospel music in all its glory. Tune in to SABC2 on December 1st at 7:30 PM and witness the 17th annual Crown Gospel Music Awards! Be prepared to be inspired, uplifted, and entertained by South Africa’s most talented gospel artists.
The 2024 Nominees: A Diverse and Talented Bunch
The full list of nominees across various categories, including Best Acapella, Best Collaboration, Best Gospel Artist, and Best Gospel Songwriter.This diverse range of nominees highlights the strength and depth of South African gospel music.
HE LIST OF THE CROWN GOSPEL MUSIC AWARDS NOMINEES 2024
| Category | Nominee | |
| Best Acapella | Legato | |
| Fisani Masinga | ||
| Sakhiwe Group | ||
| JTG Gospel Choir | ||
| Best Clap and Tap | Lejoe la Jasper | |
| Full Gospel Holly ChoirThe New Jerusalem Gospel Choir | ||
| Temple of God Original | ||
| Best Collaboration | 3C Live ft Ntokozo Mbambo | |
| Bethusile Mncinga ft Zuko SA | ||
| Phindi-P ft Sindi Ntombela | ||
| Thinah Zungu ft NUZ VOJ & Jumbo | ||
| Best Contemporary Song | I believe by Phindi P | |
| I am Free by 3C Live | ||
| Jesus by KingDmusic | ||
| O Sechabelo by Nunky Koma | ||
| Sindi Ntombela | ||
| Best Female Gospel Artist | Nomthie Sibisi | |
| Sneziey Msomi | ||
| Xolly Mncwango | ||
| Ncebekazi Msomi | ||
| Best Male Gospel Artist | Malusi Mbokazi | |
| Kekeletso Phoofolo | ||
| Rofhiwa Manyaga | ||
| Gershom Ntimane | ||
| Best Gospel Album | Hold On by King D Music | |
| Unusual by Xolie Mncwango | ||
| We Bow Out by 3C Live | ||
| Happily Psalms by Sbu Noah | ||
| Best Gospel Artist | Xolie Mncwango | |
| Kekeletso Phoofolo | ||
| Andile KaMajola | ||
| Best Gospel Community Radio | Abraham Shiyani From Zibonele FM | |
| Ronnie Mulaudzi From Kofifi FM | ||
| Lefa Phetho From Thetha FM | ||
| Sphelele Myeni From Siyathuthuka FMS | ||
| Best Gospel Group | 3C Live | |
| Worship House | ||
| Indumiso ye Tende | ||
| Thembisa Gospel Group | ||
| Best Gospel Jazz Song | Kgomotso Moepye | |
| Chosen Sings | ||
| Marcus Pitie | ||
| Tebs David | ||
| Malenas | ||
| Best Gospel Live Event/Recording | 3C Live | |
| Boni Maleke | ||
| Kekeletso Phoofolo | ||
| Soso Maholwane | ||
| Best Gospel Music Video | Lebo & Thinah | |
| Lindo Mtangayi | ||
| KingDmusic | ||
| Sbu Nzima | ||
| Best Gospel Show | Africa for Jesus by Worship House | |
| Umuhle Baba by Xolie Mncwango | ||
| Izulu by Sneziey Msomi | ||
| Hlala Nami by Sbu Noah | ||
| Liphakanyiswe by Andile KaMajola | ||
| Best Newcomer | Mangaliso | |
| Mqapheli Ndlovu | ||
| Chosen Sings | ||
| Unlimited choir | ||
| Philani Mbambo | ||
| Best of Africa | Everton Mlalazi From Zimbabwe | |
| Temitope Bukola David From Nigeri | ||
| Phetsile Masilela From Eswatini | ||
| Tehilla From Lesotho | ||
| Best Praise Song | Londiwe Sphe Nxumalo | |
| Kekeletso Phofolo | ||
| Lindo Mtangayi | ||
| Worship House | ||
| BEST RAP Gospel | King D Music | |
| Hanoch | ||
| AB Central | ||
| Phezany | ||
| Best Songwriter | Londiwe Sphe Nxumalo For Ngosuku Lwephentekoste | |
| Andile KaMajola For Liphakanyiswe | ||
| Cannan Nyathi For Ukwenzile | ||
| Rofhiwa Manyanga For Talitakhum. | ||
| Best Traditional Gospel | Khaya Noranga | |
| Lebo Radebe | ||
| Sibusiso Nzima | ||
| Newie – Tshigubu Medley (Ft. VhaApostola) | ||
| Best Worship Song | 3C Live | |
| Tebs David | ||
| Ncebakazi Msomi | ||
| Soso Maholwane | ||
| Best Classics of all Times | Zundithwale by Bethusile Mncinga | |
| Thixo Mkhululi by Babo Ngcobo | ||
| Yendlala Indumiso by Andile KaMajola | ||
| Obrigado by Solly Mahlangu | ||
| Makadunyiswe by Bongi & Collin | ||
| Best Itende | Indumisani ye Tende | |
| Let There Be Light | ||
| Amos Mphahlele | ||
| Ncebekazi Msomi | ||
| Best Gospel TV Show | Dineo Mathebula | |
| Thabang Mnisi | ||
| Best Amazion | Bheki M | |
| Abantwan Be Zithunywa | ||
| Isiphiwo Samakretsu | ||
| Pastors Kids | ||
| Imbwewu Yethemba Mass Choir | ||
| Best Community Outreach | Don Stephen | |
| Andile KaMajola | ||
| Siyakhana Ladies Network | ||
| Thembisa Gospel Group |