Cameroon’s entertainment industry continues to scale new heights, as three of its most talented stars earn nominations for the prestigious 2025 Trace Awards. This moment marks a significant achievement for the country, showcasing its rich cultural heritage and creative brilliance alongside Africa’s biggest names, including global icons like Nigeria’s Wizkid and Burna Boy.
The Trace Awards is a platform dedicated to celebrating the diversity, richness, and excellence of African and Afro-inspired music. With a focus on various Afro-genres such as Afrobeat, dancehall, hip-hop, and more, the awards honor music creators across 30 countries in Africa, the Caribbean, the Indian Ocean, and Europe. This year’s event recognizes talents across 24 categories, and Cameroon is proudly represented in three of them.

Here Are The Cameroonian Artist Who Were Nominated at the 2025 Trace Awards
- Kocee ft. Patoranking – “Credit Alert”
In the Best Collaboration category, Kocee teams up with Nigeria’s dancehall sensation, Patoranking, for the vibrant track “Credit Alert.” The song is a celebration of African rhythms and a testament to the power of cross-border musical partnerships. He was nominated alongside other popular artists like Rema (Benin boys), Wizkid(MMS) and others.
2. Sabrina
A rising star in Cameroon’s music scene, Sabrina makes a powerful debut in the Best Newcomer category with other rivalry of the same category like Qing Madi, Shalipopi and others. Her fresh, innovative approach to music and her captivating performances have garnered her widespread acclaim. Sabrina’s nomination is a testament to the burgeoning talent emerging from Cameroon, signaling a promising future for the nation’s entertainment industry.
3. PhillBill
Renowned for his remarkable artistry and his ability to blend Afrobeat with traditional Cameroonian sounds, PhillBill secures a nomination in the Best Artist Francophone Africa category among other artist like Didi B, Josey and others. His music continues to transcend borders, captivating audiences across Francophone Africa and beyond. PhillBill’s nomination is a celebration of his consistency and influence as one of Cameroon’s leading musical ambassadors.

Countdown to the 2025 Trace Awards
The highly anticipated Trace Awards ceremony will take place from February 26 to 28, 2025, at the Mora in Zanzibar. It promises to be a star-studded event, celebrating the best of Afro-inspired music and honoring the creativity and talent that Africa has to offer. As the excitement builds, Cameroonians at home and abroad are encouraged to rally behind their nominees by participating in voting campaigns and amplifying their music on social media platforms. This is a golden opportunity for the country to unite in celebrating its cultural icons and showcasing its vibrant entertainment industry to the world.
Kocee, Sabrina, and PhillBill represent more than just individual success stories; they embody the spirit and potential of Cameroon’s creative industry. Their nominations are a victory for the entire nation and it will definitely inspire the next generation of artists and creatives to dream bigger and aim higher.
Let’s come together and cheer for our stars as they prepare to shine brightly at the 2025 Trace Awards. Here’s to a future where Cameroon continues to dominate the global stage, one song at a time.
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Written by: Ngonge Meiva
Edited by: Awejan Emmanuel