MAMA 2021: MTV Base postpones award based on safety challenges

MTV Base, organizers of the MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMA), has postponed the 2021 edition of the event until further notice.

The ceremonial award was planned to hold in Kampala, Uganda in February, 2021.

According to a mail sent to Top Naija, the organizers said the decision to postpone the award was based on ‘current health and safety challenges.’

The organizers wrote, “After careful consideration, MTV Base is concerned that the current health and safety challenges will significantly jeopardize the ability of the campaign to continue to achieve its objectives.

“MTV Base will keep fans posted. The 2021 MAMA Kampala is a virtual event. Strict adherence to health and safety protocols as specified by WHO have been adhered to throughout the production process.”

MTV Base is a leading platform for youth culture and content in Africa. It is a 24-hour music channel from ViacomCBS Networks EMEAA that informs and entertains audiences. It unites Africa through music and takes Africa to the world.

The channel was launched in February, 2005 by Alex Okosi with his founding team; Jandre Louw, Dudu Qubu and Maya Padmore with a live music special, live performances from local African and international artists. MTV Base Africa also promoted MTV Europe and aired some of its reality series.