Buja Music Awards (BMA) announced and handed over the trophies to the winners of its first edition in the ceremony held at Institut France du Burundi (IFB) on Sunday, July 7, 2019.

The ceremony of the Burundian event stated to be the sole Music Award in the country that aims to acknowledge and promote Burundian talented musicians and provide a platform for upcoming artists to showcase their talents, was animated by different Burundian artists including nominees and various traditional and modern groups.

In her opening speech the representative of BMA, Ms. Delphine Buzingo warmly indicated that their target and goal is to honor and celebrate the Burundian music industry every year.

“BMA will be an every-year event; I say thanks for everybody who is here tonight.” Said Delphine Buzingo “We had encountered with many challenges, but finally we did it, “It’s a big pleasure for me and for my whole team to be with you in this big event,

“I have nothing to say, but you are all welcome.” She added Here are the winners full list:

 Best Video Director: Landry SB

Best Music Producer: Kolly Da Magic

Music Legend: late Canco Amissi

Best Comedian: Kabizi Boris

Best Dance Group: Arakara Team

Best Radio Presenter: Ami Pro

Best RNB Afro Song: Guitar by Lolilo

Best Hip Hop Song: Dogo By FabeLove

Best Hip Hop Artist: B Face

Best Music Group: Best Life Music

Best New Artist: Arnovic

Best Deejay: Dj Mario

Best Video Of the Year: Nzobikora By Masterland ft Fabelove (Directed By
John Elart)

Best Male Artist: Sat-B

Best Female Artist: Miss Erica

Best Diaspora Artist: Ado Josan

Best Gospel Artist: Prince Mshindi

Best Collaboration: Iwawe By Akes Don ft Vichou Love

Best Traditional Modern: Benice The Bell

Best Performance: Dr Claude

The Best honor: Intamba Murugamba

Personality Of The Year: John Kay

Artist Of The Year: Sat-B

Best Song Of The Year: No love By Sat-B

For more information, visit the BMA official website www.bujaawards.com