Ghanaian artist Stonebwoy has been awarded the prestigious EMY Africa Man of the Year – Music Award, recognising his outstanding contributions to African music.
The award was presented at the 9th EMY Africa Awards, held on November 24 at the Grand Arena in Accra, bringing together prominent figures from various sectors to celebrate excellence across the continent.
Stonebwoy, whose real name is Livingstone Etse Satekla, was honoured for his significant influence in the music industry over the past year. The award highlighted his consistent achievements, including his Billboard-charting album 5TH DIMENSION, and his dedication to representing Ghana’s cultural heritage on the global stage.
This marks the second time Stonebwoy has received the EMY Africa Man of the Year – Music Award, having previously won in 2021. His 2024 successes include releasing several hit songs and headlining over 90 performances worldwide. He also took home more than 20 awards this year, including seven wins at the Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA), where he was named Artiste of the Year.
Beyond his musical accomplishments, Stonebwoy has been recognised for his charitable work through The Livingstone Foundation (TLF), which supports community development initiatives.
The artist recently announced a North American tour for his album UP & RUNNIN6, set to begin in February 2025.
Source: TheDotNews