Organizers of the International Reggae & World Music Awards (IRAWMA) have honoured Zylofon Music newest signed artiste, Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jnr popularly known as Shatta Wale on Sunday, March 18 at the Logan Center for Arts, University of Chicago, Illinois.

The ‘Ayoo’ hitmaker was adjudged BEST AFRICAN SONG/ENTERTAINER at the 2016 edition of the International Reggae & World Music Awards (IRAWMA).

He was honoured for his outstanding contributions to Reggae in Ghana and at the global level.

Shatta Wale presented a gold coin to the IRAWMA organizers for their outstanding support for reggae and dancehall artistes.

The International Reggae & World Music Awards (IRAWMA), established in 1982 acknowledges and honours the accomplishments and contributions of reggae and world music artists, including songwriters, performers, promoters and musicians.