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THE SPOTLIGHT BELONGS TO TALENT
Celebrating the DJs, MCs, hosts, live acts and media personalities who move Nairobi and beyond. Explore every award type, then follow the calendar for nominations, judging and the awards night.
RECOGNITION AT EVERY LEVEL
Highest recognition
The most prestigious awards, celebrating extraordinary talent, impact and breakthrough moments in entertainment.
Proposed premier prize and promotional opportunities. Packages will be announced after approval.
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Masters of their craft
Recognizing the best DJs, MCs, artists, producers, hosts, dancers, creators and other entertainment professionals in their respective categories.
Celebrating creativity, consistency, professionalism and industry impact.
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The next generation
Recognizing upcoming talent, regional performers, innovative creators and individuals contributing to entertainment communities.
A spotlight for fresh ideas, local voices and people bringing communities together.
Explore categoriesOfficial categories, eligibility and prizes follow the approved season rules.
HOW TO TAKE PART
Create your performer profile with your stage name, city and experience.
Talent setupAdd your specialties, achievements and media so the directory can feature you.
Awards portfolioEntries, judging and public voting follow the official calendar and rules.
Season rulesDJs
The DJ whose sets defined the season.
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Outstanding amapiano and log-drum selection.
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Excellence in Afrobeats and Afro-pop sets.
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A rising DJ who made their mark this season.
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The MC who kept every crowd moving.
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High-energy crowd control and live engagement.
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Polished hosting at events, launches and galas.
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Professional hosting for private and corporate events.
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Composed, on-brief hosting for business and institutional events.
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The host who sets the tone and keeps the floor moving.
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Original live performance by a band or group.
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Vocal performance across any genre.
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Live comedy performance, from stand-up to sketch.
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Choreographed and freestyle dance performance.
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Poetry and spoken word performance.
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Traditional, cultural or heritage performance.
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Presenters and personalities shaping the entertainment conversation across radio, TV, podcasts and online.
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Panel, debate and event moderation done with preparation and fairness.
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Keynotes, talks and public speaking that land with an audience.
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A performer early in their professional career who made a mark this season.
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The strongest joint performance, release or live set by two or more artists.
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The award decided entirely by the people who watch, book and cheer.
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The performer with the strongest verified demand this season.
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The artist directory is awaiting its first published portfolios.
Your artist portfolioPARTNERS OF THE SEASON
No sponsor has been confirmed for this season yet. The sample brands below show how a confirmed partner appears — they are fictional and are not Vybb sponsors.
Headline sponsor
Presenting sponsors
Category sponsors
Partners
Sample brands are fictional placeholders for this layout. Sponsors never influence votes or results.
Artist consent. Independent judging. Sponsor independence.
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