Tanzanian music superstar Diamond Platnumz and Dystinct, the Moroccan who is known for his genre that blends R&B, Afrobeats and Arabic influences, are two of the major acts to entertain the audience at the CAF Awards on Monday night in Marrakech, Morocco.
“The 2024 CAF Awards will shine a spotlight on the best players, coaches and teams on the continent over the past year but will provide a platform to take in the sights and sounds of Africa’s vibrant entertainment scene,” the Confederation of Aftican Football stated on Sunday.
Monday’s ceremony will be held at the Palais des Congrès in Marrakech, Morocco from 7pm local time, same time as Nigeria, and showcases the continent’s best performers on and off the pitch over the past year.
“But away from the Beautiful Game, it will also be the platform for world-class artists in music and dance to dazzle the global audience watching around the world,” CAF added.
“Diamond Platnumz is a Tanzanian music superstar, known for his blend of Bongo Flava and Afrobeats, and will be a headline act.
“He has achieved international fame as a singer, songwriter and entrepreneur, and is the founder and CEO of WCB Wasafi Record Label, Wasafi Bet and Wasafi Media, becoming the first Africa-based artist to reach 900 million views on YouTube.
“He has released four albums, Kamwambie (2010), Lala Salama (2012), A Boy from Tandale (2018) and First of All (2022), and has taken on several ambassadorial roles for various brands.
“Also on stage will be Dystinct, a Moroccan singer known for blending R&B, Afrobeat and Arabic influences into his music, creating a unique and vibrant sound.
“He has won numerous awards from his two albums, Mon Voyage (2021) and Layali (2023), and has collaborated with some top artists, including French singer Franglish.
“There will also be performances from the orchestral Trio Andalou, the female group Women in Jazz and a dance performance choreographed by Adil Nakach, a Hip-Hop and House dancer from Casablanca.”
Nigerian stars Ademola Lookman and Chiamaka Nnadozie, as well as teams the Super Falcons, Super Eagles and Edo Queens, are finalists for different prizes at the 2024 CAF Awards.
