Sensational dancehall artist of Ghana – s has solidified his position among Africa’s best music icons after winning the award for three titles all-together. He grabbed the idols for the titles Best African Dancehall Entertainer, Best Crossover Song for ‘Commando’ ft. Bounty Killer and Best Music Video for ‘Killa Ji Mi’. He was recognized at the 42nd International Reggae And World Music Awards (IRAWMA).
Shatta Wale was rewarded during the much-anticipated awards ceremony that recognized his excellence in reggae, dancehall and world music. With these honors Wale has become the first African Artiste to win three awards in one night at the 2025 edition of IRAWMA. Now he has become the most awarded African Artiste at the awards show with nine awards.
With this latest achievement, Wale has boasted an impressive total of nine IRAWMA trophies. This has reinforced his status as the most awarded Ghanaian and African artiste in the history of the awards.
Artist Shatta Wale’s journey with IRAWMA began in 2014 when he won Best New Entertainer and since then he has consistently made waves with multiple wins in various categories. The 42nd edition of IRAWMA celebrated the exceptional contributions to reggae and world music, with Shatta’s success that highlighted his influence far beyond Ghana.
It was his continued recognition at the awards that reflects his ability to adapt and remain relevant in the evolving music industry.
Shatta Wale, with his electrifying performances, catchy tunes and deep connection with fans, has become a force to be reckoned and bring waves as African Dancehall Artist. His victory at IRAWMA is a proof of his impact on the global music scene and his ability to push Ghanaian and African dancehall into global recognition.
Throughout the years, Shatta Wale has kept on releasing hit songs back-to-back that resonate with individuals across the globe. Wale has established his name in every household, in Ghana and across the African continent and even the entire world.
During his award acceptance speech, Shatta Wale thanked his loyal fan base, at the ‘Shatta Movement’ and his team and everyone who has supported his music career. He reaffirmed his commitment to continue to promote African Dancehall to even higher levels and made Ghana popular all around the world.
Shatta Wale becomes the first African Artiste to win 3 awards in one night at the 2025 International Reggae and World Music Awards.
He won the awards for Best Crossover Song, Best African Dancehall Entertainer and Best Music Video.
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Shatta Wale’s influence has reached far beyond Africa. He has collaborated with world music icons such as Beyoncé on the Grammy nominated single ‘Already’ from the ‘Lion King: The Gift’ album.
Wale has been listened to by millions of fans, and he is still a key figure in uniting African Dancehall and the global reggae and dancehall community. IRAWMA win is another achievement that is an addition in his already illustrious career and bears witness that African artists are making waves in foreign lands.
The artists victory at IRAWMA is not just a personal triumph but also a victory for African Dancehall as a whole. Wale’s victory has helped him to encourage a new generation of artists who aspire to carry African music to the world.
Considering the latest accolade, Shatta Wale cements his legacy as one of Africa’s greatest dancehall artists and fans that expect more groundbreaking music and international success in the years to come.