2025 National Gospel Music Awards: full list of winners

Sidvokodvo – The National Gospel Music Awards gathered leading artists, church leaders and supporters last night as Eswatini celebrated the musicians driving the country’s gospel sound. The ceremony honoured vocalists, instrumentalists, producers, writers and groups whose work continues to inspire worship and uplift communities.

The awards night featured spirited performances, formal presentations and warm interactions among guests, capturing the joy and devotion that define the kingdom’s gospel scene. Industry veterans and new talents were recognised for their contributions to music and ministry.

Here is the full list of 2025 winners:

1. Best Aux – Tallman
2. Best Soprano – Nontsikelo Magongo
3. Best Tenor – Khanya Dlamini
4. Best Alto – Silo Khumalo
5. Best Bassist – Daniel Chulu
6. Best Sound Engineer – Sizwe Mabuza
7. Best Lead Guitarist – Mluleki
8. Best Producer – Wakhile Dludlu
9. Best Drummer – Vuyo
10. Best Music Director – Mphumelelo Mdluli
11. Best Worship Song – Endleleni Yonke by Mzayoni
12. Best Praise Song – Ngcwele by Shekinah Motsa
13. Best Siswati Writer – Ndoni
14. Best Zion Artist – Scara Maziya
15. Best Live Recording – The New Dawn by Nothando Hlophe
16. Best Gospel Group/Choir – Big Bend
17. Best Male Artist – Fakazi Samuel
18. Best Female Artist – Nelly Siwela
19. Best Album – Umusi Wendvumiso by Nothando Dlamini
20. Best Newcomer – Hlobie Shongwe
21. Best Gospel Radio/TV Program – Livesi Lemandla (Voice of the Church)
22. Best Africa Artist – Evarton Mlalazi
23. Best African Mass Choir – Spirit Quest
24. Best Gospel Artist – Nothando Hlophe
25. Honorary Disability Artist Award – Msweli
26. Lifetime Achievement Award – Sipho Makhabane
27. Song of the Year – Sithumela Wena by Nothando Hlophe Music