Reigning Artiste of the Year, Black Sherif, has earned his first International Reggae & World Music Award (IRAWMA) after winning the Most Promising Entertainer award at the 43rd edition of the prestigious ceremony held on Sunday, May 17, 2026, in Florida, USA.
The award marks another major international milestone for the artiste, whose rise from the streets of Konongo to global recognition continues to inspire fans across Africa and beyond.
The 43rd International Reggae & World Music Awards, dubbed “Culture’s Biggest Night,” was held at the Lauderhill Performing Arts Centre in Lauderhill, Florida, bringing together some of the biggest names in Reggae, Dancehall, Afrobeat, Soca and other world music genres.
The annual event celebrates excellence among artistes, producers and industry professionals from across the Caribbean, Africa and the global diaspora, making it one of the most respected award platforms within the genre.
Black Sherif’s victory in the Most Promising Entertainer category reflects his growing influence on the international music scene and his continued rise as one of Ghana’s biggest musical exports.
With this latest achievement, the award-winning musician now adds an IRAWMA plaque to his growing list of honours, further solidifying his place among Africa’s leading contemporary artistes.
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