Iconic broadcaster Doreen Andoh is set to be honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award at this year’s Guinness Ghana DJ Awards, organized by Merqury Republic and powered by Smirnoff.
The announcement coincides with the release of the 2025 nominees list, celebrating the country’s finest DJs, MCs, and music collaborators. Dubbed “Africa’s Biggest DJ Night,” the ceremony will air live on Joy Prime TV on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at 7 PM, from the Palms Convention Centre in Accra.
Celebrating the Queen of the Airwaves
Doreen Andoh—affectionately known as the “Queen of the Airwaves”—is being recognized for her trailblazing career spanning over two decades. The award celebrates her enduring impact, professionalism, and significant contribution to the evolution of Ghanaian media, which has inspired countless broadcasters and DJs (Read Also: Doreen Andoh marks 25 years with the Multimedia Group Limited).
The awards, now in their 13th year, continue to recognize excellence in DJ culture while honoring pioneers who have shaped Ghana’s entertainment scene.
Leading Nominees
The 2025 Guinness Ghana DJ Awards nominations reflect a vibrant mix of creative expression and artistry across genres. DJ Sly King leads the pack with eight nominations, including DJ of the Year and Best Mobile DJ, followed closely by DJ Lord OTB, who earned seven nods. The nominees were selected by the Ghana DJ Awards Voting Board & Academy, composed of influential professionals in music, media, public relations, and the creative industries.
Nominees for the 2025 Guinness Ghana DJ Awards
DJ of the Year
- AD DJ
- DJ Sly King
- DJ Millzy
- DJ Lord OTB
- TMSKDJ
- DJ Vyrusky
- DJ Loft
Female DJ of the Year
- Carmel Caramel
- DJ Nyce
- DJ Mish
- DJ Blavo
- TMSKDJ
- DJ MJ
- Chichi DJ
- DJ Amoanic
Male Radio DJ of the Year
- DJ Sly King
- DJ Quest
- DJ Ikon
- Mr Shark
- Mr Kaxtro
- DJ Millzy
- DJ Wobete
- DJ Bridash
Female Radio DJ of the Year
- DJ Nyce – YFM
- DJ Coleda – YFM
- Ohemaa Woyeje – Angel FM
- DJ Blavo – Starr FM
- DJ Amoanic – Kingdom FM
Artist DJ of the Year
- DJ Stunt – Fameye
- DJ Tedd – Medikal
- DJ Scanner – Wendy Shay
- DJ Sedem – Stonebwoy
- DJ Foxzy – Shatta Wale
- DJ Loft – Black Sherif
- DJ Faculty – Dopenation
- DJ Ashesz – Kofi Kinaata
Event DJ of the Year
- DJ Khalifa
- DJ Millzy
- DJ Sly King
- DJ Loft
- DJ Slimbeast
- DJ Toyor
- DJ Lord OTB
- DJ Phantom
Mixtape of the Year
- Pine & Jinja 008 – DJ Millzy & El Chapo
- 23rd June Mix – DJ Lord OTB
- December Heat – DJ Sonatty feat HypeGad 2gar
- Sage Party Vibes 2 – DJ Khalifa & MCee Nice
- 2k25 Afro Muse – DJ Vyrusky
- Trap & Vibes – DJ Spincho
- Ghana Independence 2025 Mix – DJ Ashmen
- Cups & Bass (Aboten) – DJ Loft & Kojo Manuel
- Snatch & Grind – DJ Cyril & Darren Flex
- Music Tourism Vol. 2 – DJ Shiwaawa
Discovery of the Year
- DJ Freddi
- DJ Holy Fire
- DJ K-Brown
- DJ Stiga
- DJ Dhon K
- DJ Miki
- DJ Scor
- DJ Pato
MC/Hypeman of the Year
- Ogee The MC
- MC Miguel
- El Chapo
- Kojo Manuel
- MC Nana King
- MC Portfolio
- Highest MC
- PM MC
- MC Viperlino
Honorary Awards
| Award | Recipient |
|---|---|
| Lifetime Achievement Award | Doreen Andoh |
| Master of Production Award | Frank Kwakye |
| Culture Enabler Award | Mr. Kofi Amoakohene |
With a night set to blend recognition, nostalgia, and electrifying performances, this year’s edition of the Guinness Ghana DJ Awards promises to be one of the most memorable yet—celebrating Ghana’s sound architects and honoring the legends who laid the foundation.
Source: Ameyaw Debrah
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