Africa’s biggest celebration of DJ excellence takes centre stage once again as the 2026 Guinness Ghana DJ Awards, powered by Smirnoff, officially launches on Saturday, August 1, 2026, marking the beginning of Ghana’s official DJ season.
The launch event, hosted by Eden Gardens Hotel, will unveil the vision for the 2026 edition, introduce this year’s theme, and outline the calendar of activities leading up to the awards ceremony.
Over the years, the Guinness Ghana DJ Awards has grown into more than an awards scheme. It has become a highly respected platform that recognises excellence, inspires innovation, and elevates the role of DJs within Ghana’s creative economy. Produced by Merqury Republic, the awards continue to provide a powerful platform for recognising the talent, dedication, and influence of DJs who shape Ghana’s sound and entertainment culture.
The 2026 season follows an exciting previous edition that celebrated outstanding achievements across the DJ community, including DJ Sly King being crowned DJ of the Year 2025, a recognition that highlighted his consistency, creativity, reach and contribution to Ghana’s vibrant music scene. As the new season begins, the Guinness Ghana DJ Awards continues its mission of discovering, celebrating, and elevating the next generation of DJ excellence.
The official launch on August 1 marks the first chapter of another exciting journey, one that will culminate in the crowning of Ghana’s finest DJs while showcasing the creativity, influence, and impact of the nation’s DJ community.