Malawian musician Onesimus Muzik has been crowned Artist of the Year at the 2024 Zikomo Africa Awards held in South Africa.

The Controller hitmaker triumphed over 23 nominees from across the continent, including Zimbabwean music icon Jah Prayzah, further cementing his status as one of Africa’s top artists.

This accolade marks Onesimus’ fifth international award this year, solidifying his position as Malawi’s most celebrated artist of 2024. Known as Africa Butter, his consistent success continues to elevate Malawian music on the global stage.

In addition, Malawi’s Amapiano sensation Temwah took home the Rising Star of the Year award, highlighting the country’s growing impact on the African music scene.

Notably, in 2022, Onesimus also won the Best Artist of the Year (Southern Africa) award at the Zikomo Awards hosted in Lusaka, Zambia.