Ghanaian music star crowned Best Female Artiste in Western Africa
Ghanaian music sensation Wendy Shay has made the nation proud after winning a prestigious award at the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) held in Nigeria, marking another major milestone in her fast-rising career.
The RuffTown Records signee was adjudged Best Female Artiste in Western Africa, beating strong competition from top female musicians across the sub-region. Her victory highlights Ghana’s growing influence on the African music scene and reinforces Wendy Shay’s status as one of the continent’s leading female voices.
Wendy Shay’s win comes after years of consistency, resilience, and chart-topping releases that have resonated with fans across Africa. Known for hit songs that blend Afrobeats, highlife, and contemporary pop sounds, the singer has steadily built a strong international fan base.
Taking the stage to receive her award, Wendy Shay expressed heartfelt gratitude to God, her management, her loyal fan base known as the Shay Gang, and the entire Ghanaian music industry for their unwavering support. She described the moment as emotional and deeply fulfilling, especially considering the challenges she has faced as a female artist in a competitive and often male-dominated industry.
The AFRIMA Awards, widely regarded as one of Africa’s most respected music award platforms, celebrate musical excellence, creativity, and cultural diversity across the continent. Winning at such a platform is seen as a significant achievement and a strong endorsement of an artist’s impact beyond their home country.
Following the announcement, social media platforms were flooded with congratulatory messages from fans, fellow musicians, and industry stakeholders, many hailing Wendy Shay’s win as a victory not just for her, but for Ghanaian music as a whole.
This latest accolade further cements Wendy Shay’s position as a trailblazer for Ghanaian female artists and signals even greater achievements ahead on the African and global music stages.
