THE CROWN GOSPEL MUSIC AWARDS MOVES TO GAUTENG AFTER SUCCESSFUL 15 YEARS IN DURBAN, KWAZULU-NATAL

GLM TEAM August 16, 2023

The Crown Gospel Music Awards, one of South Africa’s most prestigious music awards ceremonies, is moving from its long-time home of Durban to the vibrant city of Johannesburg in Gauteng. This move represents an exciting new chapter for the Awards, and offers a wealth of opportunities for both the Awards and the province of Gauteng.

Background: The Crown Gospel Music Awards

The Crown Gospel Music Awards was established in 2008, with the aim of celebrating the best in Gospel music in South Africa.

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Since its inception, the Awards have grown to become one of the most highly anticipated events on the South African music calendar. The Awards are known for their high production values, and have featured some of the biggest names in the South African Gospel music industry, including Rebecca Malope, Hlengiwe Mhlaba, and Solly Mahlangu, Jumbo and many more Gospel artists.

Speaking on behalf of Premier Panyaza Lesufi, Gauteng MEC for Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation Morakane Mosupyoe had this to say: “This is an exciting time for the provincial government to have the the Crown Gospel Music Awards finally come to Gauteng, the hub of South Africa’s Creative Industries. This is a perfect home for the awards, which has given breakthroughs to many creatives, including those who came with nothing but their talent looking for opportunities.

“We want to see both the awards and the gospel music genre grow from strength to strength across the country and into the entire Continent and beyond” said MEC Mosupyoe

The Awards have also played a significant role in promoting South African gospel music locally and internationally, and have helped to showcase the country’s unique and vibrant culture. Furthermore, the Awards provide an opportunity for growth and empowerment for the local Gospel Artists. (through build ups Activities.)

The Awards have been hosted in Durban for over a decade, and have become a staple of the city’s cultural calendar. However, the decision has been made to move the Crowns Gospel Music Awards to Johannesburg in 2023. This move presents a number of benefits for both the Awards and the city.

In conclusion, the move of the Crown Gospel Music Awards to Johannesburg is an exciting and momentous occasion. It presents a wealth of opportunities for the city, the country, and the Awards themselves. The event will have a positive impact on the economy, tourism, and the Gospel music and culture of South Africa. It will be a showcase of the best that South Africa has to offer in terms of Gospel Music, and will help to promote the country on the global stage. This year’s Crown Gospel Music Awards will offer a variety of build-up events leading to the main Award ceremony. These will include, IZIKO NATIONAL MUSIC CONFERENCE, AYIHLOME PRAYER, PRAYER WALK, COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT PROGRAMS and MAIN AWARDS.