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Due to an infection and strain on his vocal cord, the doctor has advised Trevor Noah to rest his voice and recover his health.

Bonang Matheba is replacing South African comedianTrevor Noah as host of the sixth edition of the MTV Africa Music Awards Johannesburg 2016 (MAMA).

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On Friday, October 21, 2016, MTV announced that Bonang Matheba would be hosting the MAMAs after Trevor Noah’s unforeseen cancellation.

Noah, who cancelled for health reasons, took to Twitter to apologize. Due to an infection and strain on his vocal cord, the doctor has advised the comedian to rest his voice and recover his health.

“We love you and still support you. We wish you a speedy recovery @Trevornoah,” they tweeted.

Trevoh Noah

Previous hosts of the MAMA have included Wyclef Jean, Eve, Marlon Wayans, Anthony Anderson and Trevor Nelson.

The event will feature performances from African acts includingNasty C, Babes Wodumo, Yemi Alade, Ycee, Cassper Nyovest, Alikiba, Wizkid, DJ Maphorisa, C4 Pedro and Kenya music group Sauti Sol.

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The definitive annual celebration of African and international talent and achievement, MAMA 2016 recognises and rewards musicians and achievers who have made the most impact on African music and youth culture over the previous year.

The ceremony will take place on Saturday, October 22, 2016.