The award-winning singer, actress, and presenter Nandi Madida has been selected as one of the hosts of the 28th South African Music Awards (SAMAs) set to take place later this month.
Madida, who is a SAMA award-winner herself, reflected on the full-circle moment. She said in a press statement: “When I accepted my first Sama in 2020 for my collaboration with KO, Say U Will, I would not have imagined that I would be hosting just two years later. I am humbled to have been trusted with this honour and look forward to bringing unforgettable moments to the #SAMA28 stage alongside my co-hosts.”
The Recording Industry of South Africa (RISA) Chief Operating officer Nhlanhla Sibisi said: “With just under two weeks until the main event, we are working tirelessly to put together a world-class celebration of musical excellence during Women’s Month. We are particularly excited that the charismatic Nandi Madida agreed to host #SAMA28. She is an example of the bold, compelling, and immensely talented women we wish to acknowledge, uplift, and empower. We hope that fans are buying their tickets so they can join us for this spectacular calendar event.”
SAMA28 will be awarding 30 accolades to deserving people in the music industry including the public-voted categories.
The award-winning starlet shared a video of herself dancing, giving fans a snippet of what she’ll be bringing to the main stage.
She additionally tweeted her excitement saying; “As your host of the @samasawards_ The South African Music awards, I cannot wait to sing, dance, and have a good time with you all!! As we celebrate the best music in the world…
The prestigious event will be held on the August 28,and broadcast live on SABC1.
