Ivory Coast: an honorary award given to Fally Ipupa for his commitment to promoting the continent

Kinshasa, January 26^th, 2026 (CPA). –The ‘African Legend’ award has been given to singer Fally Ipupa from the Democratic Republic of Congo for his commitment to promoting the African continent at the 6^th edition of the Takad (The African Kotas Awards Distinctions) held in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, CPA has learned on Monday from an association source. ‘The Takad 2025 international organising committee had the honour of awarding the African Legend prize to Fally Ipupa for his immense career, marked by great talent, perseverance and commitment to promoting the African continent,’ has indicated the Takad 2025 international organising committee. According to the source, the grand awards ceremony has brought together political figures, cultural actors, media personalities and business leaders. In addition, artists such as Sidiki Diabate, Shan’L, Pat Sacko (…) have also been honoured during the ceremony.  Apart from the honorary awards, artistic performances and heartfelt tributes have constituted the highlights of this event. Held on Friday night at the Sofitel in Abidjan, the ceremony, called ‘The African Kotas Awards Distinctions,’ highlighted the most inspiring African personalities in strategic and innovative fields.