Mpoto Awards

01/01/2026

Cheers to new beginnings and bold adventures ahead!
May this year be filled with creativity, unforgettable cultural moments, and personal excellence. Let's make it one for the books!

Here's to celebrating every win—big or small. Onward to greater moments and brighter days together.

What are you most excited for in the coming year? Share your dreams below! 👇

13/12/2025

THE VISION CONTINUES… 2026 PREPARATIONS HAVE BEGUN.

The echoes of 2025 haven’t faded, they've become the blueprint for what's next.

This week, our core organizing team came together at ATM Comfort Zone for a powerful reflection session on Mpoto Awards 2025. Surrounded by the comfort and elegance of our amazing sponsor, we celebrated our wins, gathered key lessons, and officially began laying the groundwork for the V Edition in 2026.

From venue visions to sponsor engagement, category reviews to performer wish lists… the energy was electric. A special thank you to ATM Comfort Zone for hosting us in style as we plan to raise the bar even higher.

The journey to 2026 has officially begun, and we can't wait to bring you an even bigger, bolder, and more impactful celebration of Northern excellence.

Stay tuned… next year, we level up.

11/12/2025

RECIPIENT SPOTLIGHT:

REGIONAL EXCELLENCY CATALYST AWARD: TUSAIWE MUNKHONDYA
Founder – You Are Not Alone (YANA)

Tusaiwe Munkhondya is a force of compassion and resilience. From facing homelessness as a teenage mother to founding You Are Not Alone (YANA), she has built a sanctuary for vulnerable children and young mothers in Mzuzu.

Her organization runs an orphanage, three schools, including a special needs school and support programs that have impacted over 6,000 lives. Without significant government funding, Tusaiwe has sustained YANA through sheer determination, community support, and international partnerships.

Recognized internationally and named one of Avance Media’s 100 Most Influential African Women (2023), Tusaiwe embodies what it means to turn personal struggle into profound community transformation.

True excellence doesn’t just achieve—it lifts others.

11/12/2025

SPONSOR PROFILE: MUKURU MALAWI

💸 Powering Connections, Enabling Growth!

A special thank you to Mukuru Malawi for joining us as a sponsor! As a trusted financial services provider, Mukuru makes it simple and secure to send money locally and internationally, and manage daily needs through the Mukuru Wallet.

📍 Location: Chikoma House, Opposite Mzuzu Mall (Shoprite), Mzuzu
📞 Contact: +265 888 102 755 | +265 998 427 778
✉️ Email: [email protected]

Your service keeps our community connected and moving forward—much like the Mpoto Awards celebrates the momentum of Northern excellence.

11/12/2025

WINNER SPOTLIGHT - GENDER EQUALITY CHAMPION: TOWERA NGWIRA

A Force for Health, Equity & Empowerment

Towera Ngwira is a Malawian youth activist, public health professional, and the visionary Founder and Managing Director of the Extra Mile Development Foundation (EMDEF), an organization based in Mzuzu.

Towera skillfully bridges grassroots advocacy with systemic change. Her foundation is dedicated to eradicating child marriage, promoting youth-friendly health services, and ensuring girls remain in school, empowering them to lead healthier, more self-determined lives.

Through EMDEF, her work uplifts entire communities by addressing the interconnected barriers of health, education, and gender inequality.

Towera’s leadership is a testament to the power of local, youth-led activism.

A true champion whose work ensures that excellence has no gender.

10/12/2025

MPOTO AWARDS 2025 SPONSOR PROFILE: EXTREMELY MALAWIAN

Creativity meets strategy. We extend our gratitude to Extremely Malawian for their vibrant sponsorship.

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10/12/2025

BEST MALE MUSIC ARTIST & BEST AFRO/RnB ARTIST: UCHIZI MSOWOYA (MERCHAH)

The Voice of New-Age Afro-Fusion

Uchizi Msowoya, known on stage as Merchah, is more than a musician, he’s a cultural bridge. Hailing from Mzuzu, this young Afro-fusion and Afro-pop artist masterfully blends his Tumbuka roots with contemporary Afrobeat, creating a sound that is both authentically Malawian and undeniably global.

Drawing inspiration from legends like Wambali Mkandawire, Fila Kuti, and Burna Boy, Merchah has quickly risen as a defining voice of Malawi’s new musical generation. His breakout single “Naji” (2022) introduced his vibrant artistry to international audiences, while tracks like “ObeBa Ft. Namadingo” (2024) continue to showcase his evolving craft and commitment to artistic growth.

By winning both Best Male Music Artist and Best Afro/RnB Artist at the Mpoto Awards 2025, Merchah is not just being recognized, he is being celebrated as the future of Afro-fusion.

From Mzuzu to the world, his rhythm is our pride.

10/12/2025

🏆 MPOTO AWARDS 2025 SPONSOR PROFILE: LINDE LOUNGE & GRILL 🏆

Where the after-party never stopped! A massive thank you to Linde Lounge & Grill, our Official After-Party Venue.

About Our Partner:
Mzuzu’s favourite spot for greatdining, live music, and cultural vibes—where taste truly meets tradition.

📍 Find Them: Along Makata Road, Opposite St John of God Hostels, Mzuzu
📞Call: +265 943 23 54 55
📧Email: [email protected]

For your next night out or special event, experience the vibe that hosted our celebration.

10/12/2025

MPOTO AWARDS 2025 WINNER SPOTLIGHT.

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD: KHWIMA MOYO (K MAN)
Posthumous Honor – A Northern Legend

Khwima Moyo, popularly known as K Man, was more than an artist, he was the voice of Mzuzu’s urban soul. A beloved musician and storyteller, his songs captured the heartbeat of the North with raw authenticity and cultural resonance.

Though he tragically passed away in February 2020, his legacy lives loudly.

K Man was a regular on platforms like Made on Monday, where his last song "Ngozi Ft. Joel Kellz" premiered just weeks before his passing. He remains an unsung hero whose sound helped define a generation of Northern urban music.

This Lifetime Achievement Award celebrates an artist whose spirit still inspires, whose music still moves, and whose legacy continues to shape Malawi’s soundscape.

Rest in power, K Man. Your legacy goes on.

10/12/2025

WINNER SPOTLIGHT: MOTTE JEZZ (MOLTON MVULA)
🏆 Best Reggae/Dancehall Artist of the Year — Mpoto Awards 2025

Motte Jezz is the vibrant pulse of Northern Malawi's dancehall scene. Born Molton Mvula, he skillfully fuses the rhythmic energy of Caribbean dancehall with unmistakable Malawian soul, creating a sound that's both refreshing and deeply rooted.

With acclaimed projects like “Wings of Colours” (2021) and “Rebirth” (2023), and standout tracks such as "Loyal," "Move & Gweh," and "Distance," Motte Jezz has built a consistent and uplifting catalog that speaks to resilience, loyalty, and celebration.

Available on all major platforms from Spotify to YouTube, his music reaches far beyond the stage, inspiring a generation with messages of positivity and strength.

He doesn’t just perform dancehall, he brings its heartbeat home to Malawi.

10/12/2025

The inside story is out.

Big thanks to Podcast in the North for capturing the highlights and voices from our red carpet.

Listen to the exclusive recap here:
https://youtu.be/GDNKazwQflo?si=uVnXLJHMN7qdsa9g

Enjoy the videos and music that you love, upload original content and share it all with friends, family and the world on YouTube.

09/12/2025

🏆 MPOTO AWARDS 2025 SPONSOR PROFILE: SURVCARD GEOLAND CONSULTANTS 🏆

Mapping the future, supporting the present! Thank you to Survcard GeoLand Consultants for sponsoring the Mpoto Awards.

About Our Partner:
Specialists inArchitecture, Real Estate, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and Land Surveying. They provide the expert groundwork for development across Malawi.

📍 Office: P.O. Box 812, Lilongwe
📞Consult: +265 895 56 15 69
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