The Africa Christian Legendary and Impact Makers Awards (CLIMA AFRICA) is set to honor Christian Impact makers and gospel music stars for the 9th edition.
The Prestigious gospel awards will be hosted in Johannesburg, South Africa for the first time after eight editions in Nigeria. Like always, CLIMA Africa is a two-segment event which honors impact makers in different walks of life and also celebrates Africa gospel music talents in 26 categories.
According to the Awards Academy, the 2025 edition comprises of 16 recognitions for Impact Makers, 10 Recognitions for Gospel Music legends (non-voting) and 26 voting categories for gospel music artistes.
The Awards event is slated for Sunday, October 5th 2025, at The Maslow Hotel, Johannesburg, South Africa. Red Carpet; 5:00 pm, Main event 7:00pm. Dress Code: Dinner Gown & Tuxedo.
Voting Commences on July 1 -August 30th ,2025 @www.climaafrica.org. Voting is free. Tickets for the event are also available @www.climaafrica.org.
Check the full Nominations List below
RECOGNITIONS
GOSPEL MUSIC RECOGNITIONS
THE LEGENDS:
NOMINATIONS
AFRICA GOSPEL ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
AFRICA MALE ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
AFRICA FEMALE ART ISTE OF THE YEAR
EASTERN AFRICA ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
WESTERN AFRICA ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
CENTRAL A FRICA ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
SOUTHERN AFRICA ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
AFRICA GOSPEL SONG OF THE YEAR
AFRICA INDIGENOUS SONG OF THE YEAR
AFRICA PRAISE ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
AFRICA WORSHIP ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
AFRICA GOSPEL REGGAE ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
AFRICA INDIGENOUS GOSPEL MUSIC ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
AFRICA AFRO-POP GOSPEL ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
AFRICA OUTSTANDING MUSIC MINISTER OF THE YEAR (STAGE)
AFRICA GOSPEL MUSIC VIDEO OF THE YEAR
AFRICA GOSPEL BEST LIVE RECORDING
AFRICA GOSPEL MUSIC ALBUM OF THE YEAR
DISCOVERY OF THE YEAR
AFRICA BEST CHOIR/CREW OF THE YEAR
AFRICA BEST COLLABORATION OF THE YEAR
AFRICA RADIO STATION OF THE YEAR
AFRICA GOSPEL ONLINE BLOG OF THE YEAR
Popular Nigerian gospel artist Moses Bliss and his wife, Marie Wiseborn, have joyfully announced the birth of their first child, a baby boy.
“This is the doing of the Lord,” Bliss wrote. “We are in awe of His mercy ?. Join us to thank God for blessing our family with a baby boy.” To celebrate the occasion, Bliss also released a new music video featuring his wife, further sharing their joy with his followers.
A Moment of Thanksgiving : The couple’s announcement has been met with widespread celebration across social media, with fans and well-wishers joining them in praising God for the blessing of their new baby. This marks a significant milestone for Moses and Marie Bliss, who continue to inspire many through their music and testimony.
In an official Press Launch held in Accra on Wednesday, 22nd May 2024, renowned award-winning gospel singer Joe Mettle has officially announced the 12th edition of his annual Praiz Reloaded worship event. This year’s edition is free and to be held at the iconic Accra Sports Stadium.
Over the past eleven years, Praise Reloaded has brought together thousands of believers for an evening of undeterred praise and worship. This year, Joe Mettle Ministries is breaking barriers by removing ticket fees and moving to a bigger venue, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to experience this highly anticipated evening of worship and encounter the transformative power of the Holy Spirit.
“We are thrilled to unveil a new chapter in the history of Praise Reloaded with our first-ever unticketed event,” said Joe Mettle, renowned gospel artist and founder of Joe Mettle Ministries. “By removing the barrier of ticketing, we are opening our doors wider than ever before, welcoming all to join us for an extraordinary night of worship and praise.”
This year’s Praise Reloaded, themed “The Holy Spirit Encounter,” will feature an all-star lineup of gospel ministers, including MOG, Ohemaa Mercy, Pastor Isaiah, Nathaniel Bassey, Sunmisola Agbebi, Kofi Peprah, Luigi, Enuonyam, Team Eternity Ghana, Jumbo Aniebiet.
“Praise Reloaded has always been a celebration of our faith in God, and this year’s event promises to be our most powerful yet,” said Ms. Kafui Dake, Communications Lead at Reverb Studios. “We are honored to welcome such an incredible lineup of gospel ministers to help us in lifting the name of Jesus and encountering the presence of the Holy Spirit.
Praise Reloaded will take place on Sunday, June 30, 2024, at the Accra Sports Stadium. Doors will open at 1 pm, with the event beginning promptly at 3 pm. Admission is free, and all are welcome to attend.
For more information about Praise Reloaded and to stay updated on event news and announcements, visit joemettlemusic.com or follow Joe Mettle Ministries on social media.
About Joe Mettle Ministries:
Joe Mettle Ministries is dedicated to spreading the message of hope, love, and faith through music and ministry. Founded by award-winning gospel artist Joe Mettle, the ministry aims to inspire and uplift believers through concerts, worship events, and charitable initiatives.
Ghanaian gospel musician Kofi Owusu Dua Anto, known professionally as KODA, has reportedly passed away at age 46. Reports say a source close to the family confirmed the unfortunate passing of the musician.The musician died on Sunday from a condition yet to be made public. Multiple reports suggest was suffering from kidney disease. Fans and fellow musicians have been paying tribute to Ghanaian gospel star
Koda, renowned both as a producer and a musician, gained fame for his inspiring compositions and his captivating, soul-stirring vocals that struck a chord with audiences nationwide.Some of his most popular songs include Hossana, Nkwaa Abodo, Nsem Pii and Adooso. The leaves behind a wife and three children.
Renowned Ghanaian gospel singer Diana Hamilton has kicked off 2024 with an exciting new collaboration. Her latest single “The Doing of the Lord” features beloved Nigerian gospel vocalist Mercy Chinwo, uniting the two stars across cultures in a bilingual celebration of their faith.
‘The Doing of the Lord’ marks Hamilton’s first release of the new year, arriving ahead of major projects in the course of the year. These include her popular annual flagship concert series “The Awake Experience with Diana Hamilton,” which draws fans from across Ghana and beyond for intimate worship.
As inspired directly by Psalm 124 – “If it had not been the LORD who was on our side, when men rose against us…”, The Doing Of The Lord offers listeners the opportunity to ponder on the goodness of the Lord every day and offer a worthy thanksgiving to God daily.
True to Hamilton’s discography and thoughtful style, the new single effortlessly combines English lyrics with the Ghanaian Twi local dialect. The seamless fluidity between the two languages presented no barrier for Chinwo, whose superb effort in singing the language surprised most of her Ghanaian fans. This can be seen in lines like “Sɛ ɛnyɛ Nyame na ɛwɔ mafa aa, anka ɛnyɛ oo” (meaning “If it had not been the Lord who was on my side”).
The cross-pollination of two of the leading voices in African gospel music makes for a single that draws strongly from both their repertoires of soulful anthems. As one fan tweeted before its release, “When you bring @DiHamilton and Mercy Chinwo together, you know it’s going to be straight fire!”
One beautiful thing about this song ‘The Doing of the Lord’ is Diana still maintains her unique style and sound in serving both local and contemporary gospel music lovers. This has also been noted by social media commentators and music critics.
Aside from this incredible new single and as mentioned above, Diana in February will host her flagship “The Awake Experience with Diana Hamilton” which comes off in both Accra and Kumasi as usual, marking a decade of this experience since its inception in 2014
Watch the new song ‘The Doing of The Lord Below’ and stream on all major music platforms
Nigerian gospel singer Mercy Chinwo has welcomed her first child with husband Blessed Uzochikwa, coinciding with the arrival of her uplifting new single about God’s faithfulness titled “You Do This One.”
The track is the latest glimpse into her forthcoming album “Overwhelming Victory.” In the vibrant “You Do This One” music video, a visibly pregnant Mercy Chinwo glorifies God through dance and song, proudly displaying her baby bump as her due date drew near.
“Lord, we are grateful; we approach Your throne with heartfelt songs of praise and thanksgiving. You’ve filled our hearts with joy, our lips with testimonies, and our home with celebration. Indeed ‘YOU DO THIS ONE’ .” – She wrote on Instagram.
The visual’s bright, celebratory mood matches the song’s theme of praising God for blessing her with motherhood and victory in all areas of life. Lines like “No one can do me like you do” express Chinwo’s awe at the Lord’s goodness. Her powerhouse vocals and Nigerian melodies turn the personal testimony into an anthemic, praise-filled worship experience.
This exciting new chapter comes just after Mercy Chinwo’s first wedding anniversary on August 13th, 2022. She and her husband Blessed Uzochikwa have shared beautiful moments from their journey into parenthood and marriage.
Earlier this year, Chinwo made history as the first gospel artist to win a Nigerian Idol competition formatted for young singers. She continues breaking boundaries with her music and life milestones.
As one of Nigeria’s most beloved gospel talents, Mercy Chinwo uses her platform to inspire hope and change. The touching “You Do This One” video shows her using songs to honor her personal blessings while uplifting others through expressing vulnerability and joy.
Now entering motherhood, Mercy Chinwo remains a passionate force using her formidable voice and ministry to transform lives. She embraces this new phase with faith, excitement, and gratitude for God’s overwhelming victory.
Harvest Praise, Ghana’s biggest annual gospel music outreach event celebrates 25 years of this year. The silver jubilee edition will be held on Good Friday, April 7, 2023, at the UPSA Auditorium, Legon – Accra.
Harvest Praise 2023, dubbed the “Silver Jubilee Edition”, promises to be an unforgettable experience in God’s presence as it features spirit-filled ministrations by a pioneer of the modern praise and worship movement, Don Men from the United States of America, Moses Bliss, the young and vibrant gospel music sensation from Nigeria and host choir, the evergreen Harvest gospel choir. Also, the Harvest Theatre will undoubtedly be at their optimum as they render its best and finest performance yet.
As a family-oriented program, children between 5-12 years will be, treated to a special package of music, dance, and games, held simultaneously in an auditorium on the same premises. Performances by KingzKid, Kasa Music, Louis Pascal, Children of God will ensure the children have a nourishing and life-changing experience.
About Don Moen:
A pioneer of the modern praise & worship movement, Don Moen has spent his career as a worship leader, producer, songwriter, and music executive. If you ask Don Moen why God put him on this planet, he’ll tell you, “To be an architect who designs products and events that help people experience God’s presence in a new and fresh way.
For over 20 years, Don served as the President of Integrity Music and executive vice president of Integrity Media. In these roles, he oversaw the production of hundreds of products, Including all CD’s and resources produced by integrity Label Group as well as producing more than ten Hosannal Music titles. During his tenure at Integrity, he sold more than 5 million units and signed worship leaders and songwriters such as Paul Baloche, Hillsong, Darlene Zschech, and many others.
In addition to his writing and recording, Don makes time to tour domestically and abroad, having performed with artists such as Chris Tomlin, Michael W. Smith, CeCe Winans, Paul Baloche, and his close friend, Lenny LeBlanc. Today, Don is the President of DM Global, continues to release songs and worship resources for the worldwide church and oversees his non-profit, Worship in Action. He lives in Nashville, TN with his wife Laura, where they spend time with their five children and 12 grandchildren.
About Moses Bliss:
A young Nigerian talented gospel Artist, who rose to fame with his song “Too Faithful” released in 2019. He is a pianist, a drummer, a vocal coach, a music director of The Engracedd Music crew (TEM crew), and the CEO of TEM planet. Moses Bliss has released a lot of chart-topping spirit-filled songs including Bigger every day, Jesus is taking care of me, Daddy we dey pamper, Miracles no dey tire Jesus, and many more. He has shared the stage with the likes of Benny Hinn, Pastor Chris, Sinach, Frank Edwards, Tye Tribbett, Samsong, Sonnie Badu, Buchi, Tim Godfrey, and more.
Tickets Outlets
Tickets are available at http://tickets.ipaygh.com/harvprai or via mobile money Shortcode:*725*1155# on all networks or from all Harvest Chapel branches in Accra and Tema, and from the following retail outlets – Sunny 88.7FM, Baatsonaa Total, and Airport Shell. Orders for tickets can also be placed by calling the ticket hotline: 0544365119.
Background
Harvest Praise is an annual Christian musical outreach program, initiated by Harvest International Ministries (HIM) in 1998. Harvest Praise has been held every Good Friday since 1998. Our goal is to influence lives positively through quality, live music and drama performances and to offer a refreshing experience for the entire family. The program runs ‘HP Kids’ concurrently for children (Age 5 to 12 years) to positively engage them whilst parents and older siblings enjoy the main program. Harvest Praise has become a well sought after fixture on the Ghanaian Easter calendar and remains the biggest and longest-running annual.
Christian concert in Ghana. Our audience cuts across all socio-economic and demographic groupings including young and old, Ghanaians and non-Ghanaians. Harvest Praise has significantly promoted both local and international Gospel music talents in Ghana and beyond – it represents a consistent brand of high integrity and quality.
Over the past 24 years, Harvest Praise has featured almost every renowned local gospel
artiste or choirs such as Daughters of Glorious Jesus, Soul Winners, Danny Nettey, No Tribe, Ohemaa Mercy, Cecilia Marfo and Cwesi Oteng, Joe Mettle, Diana Hamilton, Winneba, youth choir, Harmonious chorale, Bethel revival choir, among others. Since 2010, the event has annually featured world-renowned foreign musicians such as Andrae Crouch (USA), UK’s finest and ever-refreshing Vinesong, Benjamin Dube, Bob Fitts, Darwin Hobbs, Kurt Carr, Nathaniel Bassey, Uche Agu, Byron Cage, Todd Dulaney, and Tim Godfrey.
Harvest Praise is a one-of-a-kind exhilarating experience, always leaving patrons yearning for more. We pay great attention to detail and content and go to great lengths to plan and execute Harvest Praise to excellent standards; from punctuality on the set day, to exquisite stage design and set up, quality sound and lighting management, to exceptional delivery by masterful instrumentalists together with skillful, tantalizing, soul uplifting, and refreshing voices of individuals and groups. There is often massive audience participation, with patrons being enthusiastically engaged, and the event centre resounding with musical tunes.
The ambience created is certainly one that must be experienced. Patrons leave Harvest Praise
truly blessed and refreshed.
Gospel singer, Joe Mettle has announced a USA tour in support of his 2022 full-length album “The Kadosh”.
Bringing an unforgettable worship experience to North America, the 5-date tour will take the international recording artiste from his native Ghana to 5 cities in the US, making stops in Georgia, Texas, Florida, New Jersey, and Maryland. The musician will be on the road from March to April, performing songs from his extensive catalog, most notably off 2022’s Holy Spirit inspired The Kadosh album.
Joe Mettle USA tour tickets are available here: https://www.truflowhub.com/joemettle
Now an international gospel artist, Joe Mettle’s cross-generational appeal, passion, and love for the gospel have culminated to make him one of the most celebrated personalities in the global music industry with seven studio albums to his credit. The 2017 Vodafone Ghana Gospel Music Awards “Artiste of the Year” has become, arguably, the best representative of the Ghanaian gospel music scene, showcasing the rich musical heritage along with his blended influence of both African and American gospel.
Mettle’s most recent project The Kadosh, an 11-track worship project, is a declaration of God’s holiness and lordship over all situations and life’s circumstances. The Kadosh, which is inspired by the holy spirit, reminds listeners of the holiness of God.
The project was recorded live in Accra, Ghana, with the nationally renowned gospel band, The Love Gift. While each song varies in tone, rhythm, and tempo, they all circle back to one universal theme: the holiness of God. The album features the 2022 VGMA Female Vocalist of the Year, Niella, and the electrifying Nigerian Gospel artist, Eben. The lead single from the album Great Jehovah was released on May 27, 2022.
“My mission is to constantly deliver excellent music that inspires people to worship the Father and experience his love,” Joe Mettle said after the release of the Kadosh Album. “I believe that with all the challenges that we experience as people, it is good to be in a position to provide uplifting music that reaffirms the hope which we have in Christ Jesus”.
Joe Mettle US tour dates
March 11 – Roswell, GA
March 17 – Dallas, TX
March 25 – Boca Raton, FL
April 06 – Elizabeth, NJ
April 06 – Baltimore, MD
Today is getting more exciting as Nigerian gospel music highly talented singer and songwriter Jimmy D Psalmist comes through today on the platform with a brand new hit sound which he titled “This Can Only Be God” featuring Spolite music boss and talented singer Moses Bliss to bless our hearts.
The already trending hit single which is a song of testimony is the kind of song that would fill our mouths when God has finally turned our captivity. The hit song blessed with a melodious tune and a powerful vocal is surely worth a place on your playlist. Without wasting time, do well to download the gospel songs by clicking the download link below, and don’t forget to share it with your friends and family.
Enjoy The Music Video Below:
Nigerian popular and talented gospel music singer Tim Godfrey has taken to his official social handle to announce the birth of his first child with his wife Erica Katrina Godfrey to the world as they continue to receive massive love and congratulatory messages from family and friends all over the internet and social media platforms.
The talented singer who couldn’t hide his joy described his wife and the newborn baby his babies as he wrote on his official social media page below:
“My Baby and my baby
Thank you Jesus!!!”
Remembering that the amazing couple got married last year and now God has blessed them with a newborn baby girl who came into the world on the 11th of February 2023.
However, following the news of the newborn baby the popular gospel singer decided to share some of their amazing journeys from when they started dating, to how they abstained from sex until marriage, their consecration, and dedication to each other till now.
Enjoy The Video Below:
Nigerian gospel singer and worship revivalist Dunsin Oyekan has yet again blessed the body of Christ around the world with his latest project “The Birth of Revival” available now on all digital streaming platforms.
The new album “The Birth of Revival” comes right after his “The Gospel of The Kingdom” released in 2021 which according to some fans has not even been fully exhausted. Dunsin’s latest album follows the nature of his craft and experience, a deliberate purpose for revival for anyone who listens and even in our churches.
The Birth of Revival album boasts of 14 powerful revival songs with great arrangements and wild instrumentations that he is sometimes known for. Though most of the songs come from the ballad background, you can always expect Dunsin to create a prayerful atmosphere from each song.
Check out the full tracklist of ‘The Birth of Revival” album below; https://music.apple.com/ng/album/the-birth-of-revival/1665883311
For over two decades, he has birthed revelationary songs in choirs and as a music director. His ministry started with his father’s love for music. He was once the music director of the COZA choir – Avalanche of the Commonwealth of Zion Assembly. He is a full-time worshipper who has released four albums — Code Red, Kingdom Now, The Gospel of the Kingdom, and The Glory Experience – Songs of Zion. His desire is to fill the atmosphere with the heart of God, witness God, and stir revival. Dunsin Oyekan is the General Overseer of the Evangelical Baptist Church.
Nigerians are yet to get over the captivating wedding of beloved gospel singer, Mercy Chinwo, and her pastor husband. Since the news of her engagement broke up, KFN has kept fans glued with their wedding festivities. The couple held the final leg of their wedding on Saturday, August 13th with celebrities and dignitaries in attendance. As more photos are been uploaded online from the wedding, the wedding cake has caught the attention of many. The eight-step cake had inscriptions of many of her hit songs like excess love, na you dey reign, Chinedu amongst others. The gigantic cake has left many drooling.
The couple had earlier held their traditional wedding on Friday, August 12th. The video, which made rounds from their traditional wedding, showed the couple beaming with joy as they showed off their dancing skills. Mercy Chinwo and Pastor Blessed shut down the city of Port Harcourt for their white wedding. With celebrities like Banky W, Adesua Etomi, Waje, Chigurl, Joe Praize, Pita Sings, Njay, and many others in attendance, there was no doubt that the wedding would be the talk of the town for weeks. Interestingly, Banky W was the best man of the day. The groomsmen, including the groom, were dressed in light brown suits. Mercy Chinwo, as expected, looked eye catchy with her long train wedding dress.
In June, Mercy Chinwo stunned many when she announced her engagement to a Lagos Pastor, Pastor Blessed of Waterbrooks, where singer and actor Banky W also worship. A delighted Mercy Chinwo shared the news online with a photoshoot of their moments together. She also captioned the photos with a heartwarming message.
She wrote: “I am blessed to be blessed with the blessed official. The thoughts of doing the next phase and the rest phase of my life with you makes the blessing more real… I love you, Sweet”. Following the proposal, the couple took their first leg to forever.
Mercy Chinwo and her boo held their marriage introduction on July 18 in Port Harcourt. Videos of the marriage ceremony which surfaced online showed the singer beaming with joy as she took the first leg to forever with her boo.
A few days after taking the first step to forever with a wedding introduction held in Port Harcourt, the couple sealed their union with a court wedding on August 4th. Sharing photos from the beautiful moment, Mercy Chinwo gave thanks to God.
Nigerian gospel powerhouse, Mercy Chinwo has announced big news as far as her personal life’s next level is concerned. The bells are ringing in her camp as she has announced her engagement to her now Fiancé Pastor Blessed Uzochikwa.
Fast on social media congratulated her and “splashed” everywhere with the officially released announcement photos as congratulatory messages came in from everywhere.
She wrote on Instagram: “I am blessed to be blessed with @theofficialblessed,” she wrote in the caption.
“The thoughts of doing the next phase and the rest phase of my life with you make the blessing more real. I love you sweet.” Mercy added
Aside from other colleagues in the Nigerian music cycle, celebrities and friends from the gospel fratenity, Ghanaian gospel singer, Diana Hamilton wrote “Congratulations to you WOG @mercychinwo. More blessings to you both”
“Oyaaaaaa oh He makes all things beautiful in His time Congratulations My Sister ” Moses Bliss penned in the comment section.
“NMEEERRCCCYYYYYY MY BELOVED DAUGHTER AND HER FINE BOBO…… WE HAVE A WEDDING TO PLANNNNN!!!” renowned indigenous gospel singer, coming from Chioma Jesus.
Mercy Chiwno has also treated fans to a new video shared on her YouTube featuring her proposal.
Source : Worshippers Ghana
Nigerian Gospel Music Minister, Judith Kanayo popularly known as Judikay renders forth a brand new single titled “Elohim” under the umbrella of Eezee Concept, A home for Nigerian foremost gospel music artistes such as Mercy Chinwo, GUC, Chidinma and others.
As a follow-up to her previously published song “Daddy You Too Much,” “Elohim” is a spirit-filled song that maintains your spirit in sync with God.
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