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The BET Awards continues to tackle and support culturally and socially relevant narratives and conversations, setting the standard for one of the most intently unconventional, news-provoking and talked-about broadcasts.
Nigerian musician Davido, won the award for Best International Act beating fellow nominees Tiwa Savage (Nigeria), Booba (France), Cassper Nyovest (South Africa), Dadju (France), Distruction Boyz (South Africa), Fally Ipupa (DR Congo), J Hus (UK), Niska (France), Stefflon Don (UK) and Stormzy (UK). During his acceptance speech, Davido sent his condolences to D’banj and also urged American artistes to collaborate with their counterparts in Africa. “And as I go on, I wanna talk about Africa. My continent has been so blessed to influence many cultures,” he said, “Come to Africa, eat the food, wear the clothes. Get ready for me, let’s collaborate.”
Sjava from South Africa, won the award for Best New International Act amongst fellow nominees Niniola (Nigeria), NOT3S (UK), Kwesi Arthur (Ghana), SIK-K (S.Korea), Prince Waly (France), Nailah Blackman (The Caribbean), MC Soffia (Brazil), Take A MIC (France) and IAMDDB (UK). Sjava expressed his gratitude with a shout out, “To all my team for the incredible support you have provided me, to my fans who listen to my music and all the DJs who play my music, I really appreciate it. Siyabonga.”
Bismack Biyombo, the Congolese professional basketball player for Orlando Magic, received BET International’s 2018 Global Good Award. The award recognises celebrities and public figures who use their platform for social good and exemplify integrity, courage, goodness and commitment to the global community.
Davido (Nigeria)
Sjava (South Africa)
Beyonce
Bruno Mars
Migos
DJ Khaled feat. Rihanna & Bryson Tiller - Wild Thoughts
Kendrick Lamar
Cardi B
Drake - God's Plan
Ava Duvernay
SZA
Lecrae feat. Tori Kelly - I'll Find You
Davido (Nigeria)
Tiffany Haddish
Chadwick Boseman
Yara Shahidi
Black Panther
Serena Williams
LeBron James
DAMN. - Kendrick Lamar
Mary J. Blige - Strength of a Woman
Cardi B - Bodak Yellow