The 25th edition of the Ghana Music Awards Europe (GMAEU25) lit up Ghent, Belgium, on Saturday, September 20, 2025. It was a night filled with glitz, glamour, and thrilling performances that celebrated the finest of Ghanaian music and culture both at home and abroad.
Branded as the “Classic Night,” the event took place at the Theaterzaal Ledeberg, attracting top industry players, artists, and fans from across Europe. The red carpet opened at 7 p.m., followed by the main ceremony at 9 p.m. Once again, the GMAEU proved why it remains a leading platform promoting Ghana’s musical excellence in the diaspora.
Big Winners of the Night
Stonebwoy dominated the evening, winning Artiste of the Year. He also claimed Best Afrobeat Song with “Jejereje” and Best Reggae/Dancehall Song with “Psalm 23.” These victories reaffirmed his stronghold across different genres.
In the gospel category, Empress Gifty won Gospel Artiste of the Year, while Nana Yaa Otchere (Mz Nana) received Best Diaspora Gospel Artiste of the Year. Expressing gratitude to God, her family, and fans, Mz Nana promised to keep spreading the gospel through her music.
Rap Fada earned New Artiste of the Year, while Kwaku Smoke walked away with two honors—Best Hiplife/Hip-Hop Artiste and Best Rap Performance of the Year.
The Most Popular Song of the Year went to King Paluta for his hit “Aseda.” Kwabena Kwabena claimed Songwriter of the Year with “Fakye Me,” and King Promise took home Afrobeat/Afropop Song of the Year with “Paris.” Meanwhile, Fameye won Best Highlife Song for “Very Soon.”
Other top winners included Kuami Eugene for Best Highlife Artiste, Kidi ft Black Sherif for Collaboration of the Year, and Nacee for Political Campaign Song of the Year with “Asempa na Aba.”
Honoring the Diaspora
The Ghana Music Awards Europe 2025 also recognized the exceptional work of Ghanaian artists in the diaspora.
🏆 Key winners included:
- Samuel Sey – Best Diaspora Artiste of the Year
- Kuame Sucre – Best Diaspora Afrobeat Artiste
- Grace Dansowaa – Best Diaspora Gospel Song
- KG – Best Diaspora Highlife Artiste
- Kro Leo – Best Diaspora Reggae/Dancehall Artiste
- Mini Felicia Boadu – Best Diaspora New Artiste
- Lady Ann – Best Female Vocalist of the Year
- Samuel Sey – Best Male Vocalist of the Year
- Shab Crew Band – Best Instrumentalist of the Year
- DJ Clif – Best Diaspora DJ of the Year
These categories highlighted the growing global reach of Ghanaian music. Moreover, they showed that talent from the diaspora continues to enrich and expand the nation’s creative influence.
Music, Culture, and Connection
Sponsored by Taptap Send and supported by media partners including Joy Entertainment, Zongo Link, Kpanlogo Radio, Nananom.com, and Adom 106.3 FM, the event seamlessly blended music, fashion, and culture.
Guests dressed elegantly to match the “Classic Night” theme. The red carpet moments were as exciting as the award presentations, reflecting both style and national pride.
Over the years, the GMA Europe Awards have evolved into a strong cultural link between Ghana and its diaspora. Beyond celebrating music, the event unites communities across Europe and reinforces a shared sense of identity.
As Ghanaian music continues to earn global recognition, the 2025 edition once again showcased the creativity, diversity, and excellence of Ghana’s artists. It proved that Ghana’s musical heritage remains powerful both at home and abroad.