The nominee list for the 2025 Zimbabwe Hip Hop Awards (ZHHA) has been released, showcasing a lineup that exemplifies the richness and diversity of the country’s hip-hop scene. Featuring a mix of emerging talent and established artists, along with producers and supporters who are driving the genre forward, this year’s nominations highlight a dynamic cultural landscape.
Additionally, the awards will celebrate three radio hosts who have played a significant role in promoting hip-hop over the past decade. The names of these honorees will be announced shortly, urging fans to stay tuned for updates.
Here is the comprehensive list of nominees for the 2025 ZHHA:
Best Male
Bagga
Bling4
Sanewav
Runna Rulez
Voltz JT
Best Female
Noluntu J
Yadis
Millz Million
Swazy
Banshee
Best Collaboration
Voltz JT ft. Sanewav – Cannabis
Mickey Black ft. Holy 10, Jake Miles, Banks – Bhema Bhema
Bling 4 ft. Runna Rulez – Boiz Rangu
Scripmula ft. Runna Rulez, Holy 10 – Bhururuka
Yadis ft. Hooksmith – Kepele
Best Hip Hop Group
Luminous & Curtis Dee Rovar
Briza & Klyve Beats
Mulanation
A99
Benefit Tanaka & Phoenix Beats
Best Producer
Nag Beatz
CalvinMadeIt
Klyve Beats
Curator
Caleb Beats
Its Don’t Worry
Best Newcomer
Hooksmith
Yadis
Briza
Sane Wav
Mickey Black
Trap Dee
Best Brand Supporting Hip Hop
A99
Bulawayo Connect
Sukhavad Apparel
3rd World Entertainment
Voice of Zim Hip Hop
Best Album
Kwela Initiative
Runna Rulez – Skunyu
Raykaz – Those Around Me
Bling4 – Hosana
Benefit Tanaka & Phoenix Beats – Pana Mwinga
Best Promoter
Brintz & Farai
Shoko Festival
Bulawayo Connect
That Boy Cader
3rd World Entertainment
Shebeen Fest
Best Diaspora
Tidech
Dimitri & The Scarecrow
Mlue Jay
Mr Nyamz
Mas Genesis
Don Dada
Best Gospel Act
Banshee
Swazy
Reap3r
Churchboi Gee
Teqmula
216 Whiskey
CalvinMadeIt
Jason Gwanzura
Best Underground
Benefit Tanaka
Gambit Ilmind
Leodale
Gilmore
Tidech
That Boy Cader
Best Alternative
Wes
Mugaratia
216 Whiskey
Banshee
PaintAFresco
Planet Dodger Online Media Award
Riddim and Raps
PD – Kulture Kontrol
Mumhanzi Media
Clout-Base
Earground
Zimsphere
