Zambian music superstar Yo Maps has etched his name into continental history after winning Best Male Artiste in Southern Africa at the AFRIMA 2025 Awards. The victory represents a landmark achievement for Zambia on Africa’s biggest and most competitive music stage.
Yo Maps emerged victorious in a highly competitive category that featured some of Southern Africa’s biggest stars, including Anderson Mário (Mozambique), Jah Prayzah (Zimbabwe), Manana (Eswatini), Nasty C (South Africa), Teddy Makadi (Malawi), Tyler ICU (South Africa), Wanitwamos (South Africa), Zeze Kingston (Malawi), and Kazba De Small (South Africa). His chart-topping hit “Mr & Mrs” played a pivotal role in securing the win.
The AFRIMA win not only solidifies Yo Maps’ status as one of Zambia’s most successful musical exports but also highlights the growing strength of the Zambian music industry on the continental level. With “Mr & Mrs” carrying the Zambian flag high, this achievement stands as a proud and historic moment for both the artist and the nation.
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