The METRO FM Music Awards 2025, ignited Mbombela Stadium in Mpumalanga, whilst celebrating South Africa’s music royalty in style.
Hosted by the dynamic duo of Siyabonga Ngwekazi and Luthando Shosha, who sizzled with undeniable chemistry, and delivered multiple show-stopping moments while rocking six stunning looks, these awards were broadcast live on SABC 1 and livestreamed on SABC+.
Bassie, one of Mzansi’s vocal royalty, kicked off the nightwith a show-stopping performance, bringing the house down with high-energy choreography.
The night continued with captivating performances by Black Motion, Usimamane, Langa Mavuso, and K.O, who delivered renditions of South Africa’s most iconic hits. The 2025 MMAs celebrated South African music royalty, with Bassie’s Kwelanga making a clean sweep in three categories: Best Music Video, Best Amapiano Song, and Best Collaboration Song. Meanwhile, Limpopo Queen Makhadzi was crowned Artist of the Year.
Kwaito legends TKZee and Gospel Queen, Dr. Rebecca Malope were celebrated for their contributions to South African music, all receiving Lifetime Achievement Awards.
It was an unforgettable night of music, glamour, and celebration!
The winners in the various categories were as follows:
1. Best Female Artist
Xolly Mncwango
2. Best RnB Song
Mawelele & Kwela – All my Liffe
3. Best Dance Song
Chronical Deep, Lahleeza, Kabza De Small ft Latique, Ezra – Hayi Baba
4. Best Styled Artist
Morda
5. Best Kwaito/Gqom Song
Mr Thela, Beast RSA, Mthandazi Gatya & Zanda Zakusa – Ekhaya
6. Best Jazz Album
Linda Sikhakhane – iLadi
7. Best Music Video
Bassie, M-Touch, Ranger, Amaza ft TManXpress. LeemcKrazy – Kwelanga 2.0
8. Best Viral Challenge
WOODBLOCK DJS – Mvelost: Sest Off; Somololo – SkutaBaba
9. Best Produced Album
Emtee – DIY 3
10. Best New Artist
NEO DUBE
11. Best Collaboration Song
Bassie, M-Touch, Range, Amaza tf. TmanXpress, LeencKrazy – Kwelanga 2.0
12. Artist of The Year
Makhadzi
13. Best Amapiano Song
Bassie, M-Touch, Ranger, Amaza ft. TmanXpress, LeemcKrazy – Kwelanga 2.0
14. Best Hip Hop Song
SKHANDAWORLD, K.O & Nasty C – Too Much
15. Best Duo/Group
Blaq Diamond
16. Best African Pop Song
Naledi Aphiwe & Mawelele – Romeo & Juliet
17. Best Gospel Album
Xolly Mncgwango – Unusual
18. Best Male Artist
Usimaman
