South African rapper Nasty C is celebrating another major milestone after winning Best Hip Hop Album for his independent project, Free, at the 2026 South African Music Awards (SAMA32).

The award marks another proud moment in Nasty C’s already impressive career and proves that taking control of his own journey is paying off. Free, released as his first fully independent album, represents a new chapter for the Durban-born rapper and his creative freedom.

Nasty C also continues to make waves in the South African hip-hop scene, showing that his influence and consistency remain stronger than ever. Congratulations to Nasty C on another well-deserved achievement — Free is clearly living up to its name!