The 2024 edition of the Guinness Ghana DJ Awards is bringing back its regional categories after putting them on hold for four years.
According to the organisers, Merqury Republic, the regional categories were rested because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The various regions were rather changed to zones: northern, central and southern.
The new categories are:
- BEST DJ – ASHANTI REGION
- BEST DJ – BRONG AHAFO REGION
- BEST DJ – CENTRAL REGION
- BEST DJ – EASTERN REGION
- BEST DJ – GREATER ACCRA
- BEST DJ – NORTHERN REGION
- BEST DJ – UPPER EAST REGION
- BEST DJ – UPPER WEST REGION
- BEST DJ – VOLTA REGION
- BEST DJ – WESTERN REGION
- BEST DJ – SAVANNA REGION
- BEST DJ – BONO EAST REGION
- BEST DJ – OTI REGION
- BEST DJ – AHAFO REGION
- BEST DJ – WESTERN NORTH
- BEST DJ – NORTH EAST
With the latest announcement, the most outstanding DJ in each of the 16 regions in Ghana will be recognized.
The 2024 edition of the Guinness Ghana DJ Awards powered by Smirnoff, was inaugurated with a thrilling line-up of activities on Saturday, June 20, 2024.
The launch, attended by a rich spectrum of Ghana’s creative industry greats, took place at the Multimedia Group Limited premises and saw the dazzling prowess of talents in Ghana’s creative industry.
Headlined by Guinness Ghana, Ghana’s leading total beverage business, the 2024 event has cemented its status as a cornerstone for the promotion of music and the art of Disc Jockeying.
This year’s theme, United by Music, emphasizes the profound power of music to bring people together, especially in the lead-up to the 2024 general elections in Ghana. It underscores music’s role in fostering unity, harmony, and collective spirit, transcending differences and connecting diverse communities through shared rhythms and melodies.
A key highlight of this year’s line-up of events is the ‘Pub Fest,’ powered by Smirnoff, a dynamic regional roadshow designed to give DJs the opportunity to showcase their talents to diverse audience across the country.
The event launch which was broadcast live on Joy Prime TV, showcased the creativity and ingenuity within the world of DJs by acknowledging the infusion of fresh energy and creativity, reflecting the evolving landscape of music and the diverse tastes of the audience.
The primary objective of the Guinness Ghana DJ Awards, powered by Smirnoff, is to empower, educate and reward hardworking DJs who make significant contributions to the growth of the entertainment industry in Ghana and beyond. The launch will also mark the commencement of various activities leading up to the main awards ceremony.
Guinness Ghana PLC took over the sponsorship of the DJ Awards in 2023, marking a new era of support and recognition for the DJ community. Last year’s event was a testament to the company’s dedication to fostering the growth and development of the music industry in Ghana. The 2023 edition saw an array of talented DJs and artists being celebrated for their contributions to the industry, and this year’s event promises to be even more spectacular.
Yaa Amoah Owusu Marketing Manager, Guinness Ghana PLC, spoke at the launch, underscoring the brand’s aim topromote female DJs and also expressed excitement about the theme for this year’s event: United By Music. “Music has the incredible ability to unite people from all walks of life. The ‘United By Music’ theme for this year’s Guinness Ghana DJ Awards is a celebration of that unity and the diverse talents that make up our vibrant music industry. We are excited to continue our journey of supporting and empowering DJs and artists in Ghana, and we look forward to an unforgettable event.”
Like the past editions, this year’s awards promise to be better and more thrilling with the line-up activities.
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