Afro-Indie artiste Njerae nominated for ACA Awards in Nigeria

Afro-Indie sensation Njerae [Courtesy]

Afro-Indie sensation Njerae has been nominated for the Africa Choice Awards in the fiercely competitive 'Underground Artist of the Year' category.

This recognition celebrates Njerae's unique sound, lyrical prowess, and dedication to representing Africa’s rich culture through her music.

“This nomination came as such a surprise—I wasn’t expecting it at all. I’m so honored to be nominated alongside such outstanding artists. It’s a stamp that it’s truly #mwakawanjerae” Njerae said.

In the past year, Njerae’s records OTD and Aki Sioni have accumulated up to over two million streams across all platforms.

The latter has eclipsed over 10,000 all-time Shazam’s and stayed afloat on Kenya’s Top 100 Kenyan charts for well over two years.

Her album Unintentional has also been an indomitable force, remaining Top 50 two years on,  showing her ability to make music that can stand the test of time.

“I have to thank God, team and my fans. I will celebrate if I win and it’s back to the studio to do what I love, which is making music and making people happy through that,” Njerae said.

Njera’s Afro-Indie sound is a blend of folk, afrobeats, and modern indie influences, creating a distinctive sonic identity that resonates with a diverse audience.

"I am beyond humbled and excited to be nominated for such a prestigious award," said Njerae.

"This recognition means so much to me, and it's proof that African music in all its forms is being celebrated and appreciated. I’m thankful for the support from my fans, and I’m looking forward to continuing this journey of self-expression through my music."

The Africa Choice Awards celebrates African talent in music, film, and culture, with nominees selected from across the continent. The awards ceremony will take place in December in Lagos, Nigeria and fans can vote for their favorite artistes via the official awards platform.