TGMA 25: Kweku Smoke wins 'Best Hiplife/HipHop Artiste' of the year

Kweku Smoke, has won the 'Best Hiplife/HipHop Artiste' award at the 26th edition of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards [TGMA].

The awards is currently happening at the at the Grand Arena, Accra International Conference Center and this is his second win after the Best Rap Performance of the year.

This year’s nominees included; Amerado, Beeztrap KOTM, Black Sherif , King Paluta, Sarkodie and Medikal

In March 2025, the Ghana Music Award Academy Board announced the nominees for the 26th TGMA, featuring categories such as Artiste of the Year, Record of the Year, Album of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best New Artist.

This year’s Artiste of the Year category is one of the most competitive, featuring King Paluta, Stonebwoy, King Promise, Black Sherif, Joe Mettle, Kweku Smoke, and gospel collective Team Eternity.

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Leading the performance roster is Stonebwoy, whose commanding stage presence and hits like “Jejereje” have cemented his fan-favourite status. King Promise will also thrill fans with Afrobeat bangers such as “Terminator” and “Paris.”

Other confirmed performers include Kweku Smoke, bringing his gritty rap hits like “Agyekum” and “Young Boy”; Fameye, known for his emotionally resonant tracks; and Beeztrap KOTM, who is making waves in Ghana’s trap scene.

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Afropop favourite KiDi, known for his upbeat party tracks, and alternative star Moliy—famed for her international collaborations—will also take the stage. Rising star Titi Owusu, recognised for her genre-bending style, adds another dynamic element to the evening.

The Ghana Music Academy Board is composed of professionals from all sectors of the music industry, including recording artists, songwriters, producers, mixers, and engineers, ensuring a diverse and well-rounded judging panel.