NGOMA nominees 2018

The Namibia Gospel Music Awards (NGOMA) are the country's premier awards, recognising all genres of gospel, from traditional to contemporary. Established in 2016, the awards are a platform for saluting and appreciating excellence in the gospel music industry in Namibia. The awards were founded by the Namibia Gospel Music Association (NGMA). The association fosters interest in gospel music among the general public. According to the organisers, NGOMA is built on the philosophy of inclusiveness that recognises, celebrates and honours gospel music artists, writers and industry professionals. The first awards held in 2016, had nine categories and 54 nominees. This year, there are 11 categories and 69 nominees. “We could not host these awards in 2017 due to financial constraints. After seeing the demand and need for gospel awards and a gospel culture in Namibia, we decided to make these awards an annual event. To better celebrate gospel in Namibia we have partnered up with the Namibia Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) to make this dream a reality,” said organiser Silas Nghishihange. Preparations for the NGOMAs are well on the way, but there are some major financial challenges to date, added Nghishihange. He says it is unfortunate that the genre of gospel is not recognised enough for sponsorship by many institutions. He also said that interestingly enough, many faith-based institutions are not coming through as they have anticipated.“We understand that the country is going through a recession and that these are tough times, however, we urge all businesses, corporates, private sponsors, partners and churches to see this as an investment in arts and the culture of gospel. This is to encourage those that have been nominated to better master their craft as musicians to compete at international standards. Although faced with the above-mentioned challenges we are not weary and are pushing forward, hoping and trusting God to come through, even at the very last hour, for nothing is impossible with God,” he added.The awards are to be held on 29 September, at the NamPower Convention Centre in Windhoek. NGOMA categories nominees 2018Best Worship SongManda Gabrielers - Nji Hena ViteliAbner Mumbala - Who Will Stand in HolyJahcoh Mushongo - Dimbuluka Genny Ihemba - Njambi ua lelaNdina Shafuda - Ieuya OkutokolaBest Praise SongJ.I.K Couple - Mavu ZolelenuAndrew halupe - OcisolaSimon Sixteen - Twiimbileni Mwene ZambiPriscilla Swartz - Thank you Lord Paulus Imbodi - VictoryDaniel Babi - OcisolaBest Gospel RapFranklin &DEE A - He SavesEffy - HalleluyahD Naff - Inoshuna MonimaAB - NdikuholeFire 16 - I saw God last nightDoctor Peter - It has been won Best Gospel New ComerAdoration HC - Uumbudu MedlyPride - GraceTrudie - My lifeJohannes Uugwanga - Om'kuliliDivinesky - ResurrectionNoel - Kuhena Kwilu Best Gospel Video Alama - We worship youAndrew - Ngeno JesusD Naff - Inoshuna MonimaAdoration HC - Uumbudu MedleyKolesa Gospel Band - FungenaMaranatha - In your presence Best Gospel ProducerHouse Guru Spirit National Sounds Tulela Music Production Best Gospel SinglePride - GraceRodney Seibeb - Sadu/namiAlex Shiwayu - We are running out of timeChisengo Nikanor - AmenRuth - Praise the LordUendjizuva uahupirapi - Jerusalem Best Gospel Album Lala Sakeus - The journeyD Naff - D Naff vs NaftalieLady Dyna - Set ApartJux Adolf - Aishe paife otaiwanifwaNashy Makoma - Walk in the lightKhwezi - Opening Heaven Gates Best Gospel Song of the YearLady Dyna - NdafulunganaSovita Josua - Ila kujesusMaranatha - In your PresenceJux Adolf - AsivayiMartin Uukunde - Vanamibia popyeni OshiliEffy - HalleluyahBest Female Artist of the YearManda Gabriel - Kongeni OmweneLady Dyna - NdafulunganaMaranatha - In your presenceKhwezi - Opening gates of HeavenPriscilla Swartz - Thank you LordSovita Josua - Ila kuJesusBest Male Artist of the YearMartin Uukunde - Va Namibia popyeni oshiliAbner Mumbala - Who Will Stand in HolyEffy - HalleluyahJux Adolf - AsivayiFranklin & DEE A - VictoryD Naff - Inoshuna Monima

NGOMA nominees 2018

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