Shenseea is once again rewriting the MOBO Awards record books. The Jamaican superstar is currently the most-nominated Jamaican female artiste in the ceremony’s history, securing her fifth career nomination ahead of the 2026 MOBO Awards in Manchester. With two major wins already to her name, the spotlight now turns to whether this year will see her deliver another defining moment — a potential third MOBO trophy that the fiercely loyal Shenyeng Army is already rallying behind.
The nominations were announced on Thursday, January 15, confirming that the 2026 MOBO Awards will take place on March 26 at Manchester’s Co-op Live Arena, marking the event’s 30th anniversary. Shenseea is once again nominated for Best Caribbean Music Act, where she faces stiff competition from Ayetian, Lila Iké, Masicka, Vybz Kartel, and Trinidadian star Yung Bredda. The category remains one of the night’s most closely watched, reflecting the global rise and diversity of Caribbean music.
Shenseea’s MOBO journey has been nothing short of historic. After her first nomination in 2020 for Best International Act, she made history in 2021 by becoming the first woman to win the then Best Reggae Act category. She later doubled her tally in 2025, capturing Best Caribbean Music Act and further cementing her status as a global ambassador for dancehall. “It’s a true honour to represent my culture on this stage,” she said following last year’s win — a sentiment that continues to resonate with fans and industry peers alike.
Meanwhile, the 30th anniversary edition of the MOBOs promises added cultural weight. With Manchester rapidly emerging as the UK’s new music capital, and the ceremony celebrating three decades of Black music excellence, all eyes are on whether Shenseea can once again rise to the moment. A third win would not only extend her MOBO legacy but further affirm her place among the most influential Caribbean artistes of her generation.
