ZAKES Bantwini is among more than 10 artists who will represent Mzansi at the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA).
The annual awards honour artists around the African continent.
The 42-year-old Osama hit-maker, whose real name is Zakhele Madida from KwaMashu in Durban, was nominated in four categories.
He is nominated for Best Male Artist in Southern Africa, Best Artist Duo or Group in African Electro, Best African DJ, and Artist of the Year.
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For Artist of the Year, he's up against artists such as Burna Boy, Ckay, Diamond Platinumz and Kabza De Small.
"Music is not only about beats but notes and lyrics. I didn't expect to get four nominations. This is beyond exciting for me," said Zakes.
Other Mzansi stars who were nominated in different categories include Mafikizolo, DJ Zinhle, A-Reece, DJ Maphorisa, Kamo Mphela, Simmy, Nomfundo Moh, Samthing Soweto, Makhadzi, as well as Uncle Waffles.
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According to the AFRIMA website, this year the awards have 382 nominations in 39 categories.
Although the awards will take place in December, the website stated that the host country will be announced on 30 September and the voting lines will open on 25 September and close on 10 December.
Zakes said he's working on his next album, which he revealed will be his last.
"These nominations came at the right time when I'm busy in studio recording my last album. It's time I retire, but I want to make sure that I leave music fans with the music that they'll never forget, music that will last forever. I'm planning to release this album in November," said Zakes.
