The annual Hennessy Cypher, a premier platform showcasing top rap talent across Africa, recently concluded its 2025 edition, featuring a dynamic lineup of artists from across the continent.
Produced by South Africa’s Kabza De Small, the 2025 Cypher included:
- Joey B (Ghana)
- Blaqbonez (Nigeria)
- Femi One (Kenya)
- Ms Banks (Nigeria)
- Javia (Tanzania)
Ghana’s Joey B has received widespread acclaim for his performance, with many considering it a standout moment that reinforces Ghana’s strong presence in African rap.
Since the early 2020s, the Hennessy Cypher has been an essential event for recognizing and displaying the lyrical skills of artists, particularly from Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa, and Tanzania.
Joey B shared a clip of the Cypher on X:
Hennessy cypher. 🇬🇭https://t.co/mXoxF9Ndve pic.twitter.com/QhOqyCXTDI
— Joey B (@1RealJoeyB) August 29, 2025
