Himra wins 30 million FCFA at Primud awards
The Ivorian rapper received five trophies including best rap francophone at the October 11, 2025 ceremony in Abidjan.
Ivorian rapper Himra received 30 million FCFA and five awards, including best rap francophone, at the 10th Primud urban music awards ceremony on October 11, 2025, in Abidjan. His album "Jeune & Riche," released July 25, 2024, achieved platinum certification in Ivory Coast within six months and diamond status less than a year later.
Himra's song "Number One," featuring Minz, earned gold certification from Snep in France on February 9, 2026, for over 15 million streams. He also performed at the Zénith de Paris on January 28, 2026, and won the Flamme for best African music track at La Seine Musicale on April 23, 2026.
Rapper Didi B, who founded Kiff No Beat in 2009, is scheduled to perform at the Ebimpé stadium on December 26, 2026. His album "Mojotrône II," released in 2022, was certified diamond in May 2025, and "Bazarhoff & Diyilem" went platinum in under five months.
Why it mattersIvorian musicians Himra and Didi B are achieving significant commercial success and performing at major venues.