Sauma Awards

The SAUMA Awards was conceptualized with the aim of recognizing excellence in the music industry for upcoming musicians in the country.

We uplift and promote Musicians through workshops,events,awards and radio.

12/06/2026

MEET THE VISIONARY BEHIND SAUMA HD RADIO & THE SAUMA AWARDS

Hulisani Ratsh*tanda, Founder of SAUMA HD RADIO and the South African Upcoming Music Awards (SAUMA), continues to create powerful platforms that uplift emerging artists, entrepreneurs, podcasters, and community leaders across South Africa.

Through SAUMA HD RADIO, thousands of listeners enjoy quality entertainment, informative discussions, and opportunities that empower local talent. The SAUMA Awards have become one of South Africa's leading platforms dedicated to recognizing and celebrating upcoming musicians and creatives.

From radio broadcasting and podcasting to events, training, and youth development, Hulisani Ratsh*tanda remains committed to building a stronger creative industry and opening doors for future generations.

SAUMA HD RADIO – Your Music, Your Station.

Now based at Randburg Square, Level 5, Shop 501
Contact: 010 023 3863

03/01/2026

Shout out to our newest followers! Excited to have you onboard! Mordecai Gumede, Charles Khuzwayo, Jezz-Mode Inno, Budha Master, Zenzele Sithembiso Xaba, Sv Et He, Kidda Popping

24/12/2025

SAUMA Awards is taking it up a notch! We're adding a music competition to the mix, with some awesome cash prizes:
- *1st Place*: R10,000 + Music Video,record deal + Award
- *2nd Place*: R5,000+Music Video, Record deal + Award
- *3rd Place*: R3,000 + complimentary prize
+Award
- *4th Place*: R2,000 + complimentary prize + Award

All finalists will receive complimentary prizes+awards, and the best part? Entrance is free! The South African Upcoming Musicians Awards (SAUMA) aims to recognize and promote upcoming musicians through workshops, events, awards, and radio exposure ¹ ².

Submissions will be opened February 2026, there will be eliminations during the year with more artists called to perfom to compete on stage to reach to the finals in December,this will grow musicians profile and Public Relations.

Want to know more about the competition categories or how to participate?

Follow SAUMA Awards pages on facebook or call : 010 023 3863

Road to SAUMA13 20 Finanlists on the last day

Address

79 Dekorte
Johannesburg
2000

Telephone

+27100238363

Website

http://www.saumagroup.co.za/

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