The SA Music Awards

This Human Rights Day, we honour the the victims of the Sharpeville Massacre & the SA legends whose anthems united us. 🇿🇦🎶 Clegg, @wouterkellerman , @thandiswamazwai , Lira, and Msaki. Join us in remembrance: samusicawards.co.za/rhythms-of-rem… #SAMA32

Spotlighting SAMA16 Lifetime Achievement recipient, the legendary @JohnnyCleggReal . 🕊️ Over 40 years, he became our ultimate cultural bridge. His iconic ‘Asimbonanga’ didn't just sing of a better tomorrow—it played a role in SA's musical history. 🇿🇦 #SAMA32

@TheReal_25K @TheSAMAs I shot this 25K receiving his award

❤️ The Rhythm of The Heart – An Evolution of SA Love Songs ❤️ From the bold declarations of the Kwaito era to the effortless swag of House and Amapiano, our artists haven't just sung about love; they’ve documented the heartbeat of a nation. We’ve moved from the days of "Sweety Lavo" to the era of "Shela" but one thing remains unchanged: the power of a South African love song to articulate the unspoken. Read full blog now for more on the rhythm of SA’s heartbeat: samusicawards.co.za/the-rhythm-of-… #SAMA32

As SAMA, our love is expressed through music, and this year we are testing your karaoke knowledge! We all know the chorus, but do you know the title? From the wedding classics that raised us to the modern hits that define us, South African love songs are in a league of their own. Here is your challenge: Guess the song in the comments and tag the person you would sing this to below! 👇🏾 Let’s see who truly knows their music. No Googling allowed! Ready? Let’s go! #SAMA32

32 Tracks. 3 Decades. One Heartbeat🇿🇦 The SAMA32 Love mixtape features 32 timeless tracks that trace the evolution of South African romance from the 90s right up to 2026. We are talking about the anthems that defined weddings, the ballads that healed heartbreaks, and the beats that started new love on the dancefloor. Every artist on this list is part of the SAMA family—nominees, winners, and icons who have graced our stage. From 2000s Afro-pop to modern Rock this mix carries the heartbeat of the nation. 32 Songs. 32 Years of Rhythm. One Vibe. 🎧 Listen to the full mixtape now: youtube.com/playlist?list=… #SAMA32

Love Sounds Better When It’s A Duet. 🎶❤️ This Month of Love, SAMA32 is tuning into the heartbeats behind the music, celebrating the kindred spirits who prove that love and music are the ultimate duet. From the tender soul of R&B to the poetic flow of Hip Hop, these artists share more than just a life together, they share a beautiful, unshakeable vision. ❤️ @ItsPriddyUgly & @BontleModiselle - ‘Young Love’ ❤️ @Nadia_nakai & @akaworldwide - ‘Dangerous’ ❤️ Mörda & @DJZinhle - ‘Woza’ ❤️ @ReasonHD & Gigi Lamayne - ‘Bestie’ Celebrating the music we love and the legacy of romance. Read more on the Rhythm of Romance here: samusicawards.co.za/timeless-south… #SAMA32

Music is more than melody; it is memory. The South African Music Awards exists for a purpose far greater than a single night of celebration. To the stars of the SAMAs: you have given us excellence that will echo forever. To the new voices of SAMA32, we look forward to welcoming you aboard. #SAMA32

From the soulful depths of @elaineofficial_ to the soaring spirit of Takie Ndou; from the rhythmic pulse of Mpho Wav to the classical mastery of @PeterAuret, honouring the timeless legacy of the legendary Solly Moholo—SAMA31 celebrated the full spectrum of our musical heritage. These recipients didn't just create; they conquered. They came to claim their trophies, proving that true artistry is always backed by action. Your walk toward SAMA recognition starts with a single click today. SAMA32 entries are still open, but the window is closing. Don’t watch the next ceremony wishing you had submitted your music. SAMA32 could be your moment. ⏳ SAMA32 entries close: 6 February 2026 at 23:59. 🎶 Submit your body of work via the link: samusicawards.co.za/about/ #SAMA32

Solly Moholo’s representatives stepped forward to collect his Lifetime Achievement Award, honouring a legacy that will live forever. Legends leave their mark, history remembers their names. Now SAMA32 calls for the next group of game changers that will stand the test of time. The stage is set. The categories are open. Your legacy starts with an entry. Will we be calling your name next? 📅 SAMA32 entries close: 6 February 2026 🎶 Submit your body of work: samusicawards.co.za/about/ #SAMA32

Unati Gwija, SAMA Spokesperson, laid it all out: your entry into SAMA32 starts with a simple click. For SAMA32, we are looking for those ready to back their talent with action. From Amapiano to Afro-Pop, Gospel to Gqom, and everything in between SAMA32 is celebrating the full spectrum of South African sound. We have opened the floor with 38 distinct categories, ensuring that every beat, lyric, and melody has a place to be recognised. SAMA32 entries have been extended. 📅 New Closing Date: 6 February 2026. 🎶 Submit your body of work via the link below: samusicawards.co.za/about/ #SAMA32

@elaineofficial_ stepped forward and collected her trophy for Best RnB/Soul Album, Stone Cold Heart, sealing her place in SAMA history. SAMA32 is calling for the next name, the next sound, the next moment that will echo beyond the stage for the Best RnB/Soul Album category. The trophy is ready. The category is open. All that’s missing is your entry. 📅 New closing date: 6 February 2026 🎶Submit your body of work via the link below: samusicawards.co.za/about/ #SAMA32

Only one day left. The gates to SAMA32 are about to close. You didn’t create in silence just to be overlooked. If your music carried heart, craft, and culture this past year, enter SAMA32 now. Recognition doesn’t happen by accident, it starts with a submission. Don’t wait to be discovered — submit your work to SAMA32. This is your final call to stand among the best. SAMA32 entries close: 6 February 2026. 🎶Submit your body of work via the link below: samusicawards.co.za/about/ #SAMA32

@dodonyoka broke the mould at SAMA31, leaving the crowd on their feet and begging for more. He proved that great music has no boxes, and the SAMA stage is where boundaries are broken. For SAMA32, we are looking for that same fearless creativity, championing the artists who are building bridges with their music. We want the albums that are redefining the Afrikaans music landscape. Calling for the best in the Beste Kontemporêre Album category. Do you have the hits that bring people together? 📅 New Closing Date: 6 February 2026. 🎶 Submit your body of work via the link below: samusicawards.co.za/about/ #SAMA32

@Spoegwolf proved that Afrikaans music is a force to be reckoned with when they performed at SAMA31. Heads were bopping and hands were clapping to their tunes. For SAMA32, we are looking for the storytellers and the risk-takers. If you have the album of the year, the Beste Kontemporêre Musiek Album category is waiting for you. The race for Beste Kontemporêre Musiek Album is on. 📅 New Closing Date: 6 February 2026. 🎶Submit your body of work via the link below: samusicawards.co.za/about/ #SAMA32

Thebe proved that a true hit has no expiration date. When he performed ‘Ungawa Kum’ at SAMA30, he had the crowd in the palm of his hand, confirming that greatness is permanent. We are looking for the performances that stop the show and start the conversation. We want the tracks that are currently filling the dance floors and the artists who are igniting the culture. Artists, your fans are calling. If you have the song that moves the masses and the production that demands attention, SAMA32 is waiting for you. Tag the artists who belong in the spotlight. 👇 SAMA32 entries close: 6 February 2026. Submit your body of work via the link below: samusicawards.co.za/about/ #SAMA32

Only 2 days separate you from a potential career-defining moment. Hesitation is the enemy of legacy. Now is the time to commit your craft to the record. Whether you are an established giant or a rising force, ensure your voice is heard in the class of SAMA32. SAMA32 entries close: 6 February 2026. Submit your music today and define the next era of SAMA history: samusicawards.co.za/about/ #SAMA32

Innovation meets the dancefloor. 🏆 Huge congratulations to Mpho Wav on taking home his #SAMA31 trophy for Remix of The Year! 🎧 He showcased that the right touch can turn a track into a timeless anthem. Now, it’s your turn to control the rhythm. Remixers, the crowd is calling your name. Let this win be your signal, your excellence is waiting to be recognised. Do you have the track that redefined the groove? Submit your entry for Best Remix of the Year now. SAMA32 entries close: 6 February 2026. Submit your body of work via the link below: samusicawards.co.za/about/ #SAMA32