Iconic broadcaster Doreen Andoh will be honoured 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.

Now in its 13th year, the event continues to recognize excellence in DJ culture while honouring pioneers who have shaped Ghana’s entertainment scene.

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Doreen Andoh — affectionately known as the “Queen of the Airwaves” — is being recognized for her trailblazing career spanning over two decades. As one of Ghana’s most respected radio personalities, her work has inspired countless broadcasters and DJs. The award celebrates her enduring impact, professionalism, and contribution to the evolution of Ghanaian media.

Alongside Andoh’s honour, the 2025 Guinness Ghana DJ Awards nominations reflect a vibrant mix of creative expression and artistry across genres. DJ Sly King leads 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

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

Song of the Year

  • It’s Too Late – Wendy Shay

  • Shoulder – Medikal feat. Shatta Wale

  • Sacrifice – Black Sherif

  • Jiggle & Whine – Stonebwoy feat. Spice

  • Gymnastic – KiDi, Olivetheboy, Kojo Blak

  • Excellent – Kojo Blak

  • Street Crown – Shatta Wale

  • Messiah – Sarkodie

 Honorary Awards

  • 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 honouring the legends who laid the foundation.





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