Pan African entertainment network, MTV Networks Africa, and international telecommunications giant, Zain, have joined together to launch the MTV Africa Music Awards to the celebration of Africa’s music talent. The MTV Africa Music Awards with Zain honours the passion, creativity and artistry of the African music industry, showcasing the continent’s brightest and best contemporary music and artists to a global audience. The event will take place at the Velodrome, Abuja, Nigeria on Saturday 22 November 2008 in front of thousands of musicians, celebrities, media and music fans. The MTV Africa Music Awards with Zain will take the form of a 2-hour TV spectacular, combining performances from top African and international stars with award presentations and an international superstar host. Conceived as the ultimate celebration of African contemporary music talent, the MTV Africa Music Awards with Zain will provide a major promotional platform for the burgeoning African music industry, champion...