Sunday, March 29th, 2026

LIVE: AMVCA Announces Nominations For Its 12th Edition 

The 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) nominations announcement is underway, with the main ceremony scheduled for May 9th. 

A major development ahead of this year’s nominations is the appointment of veteran actress Joke Silva as Head Judge. Silva takes over from long-standing head juror Femi Odugbemi.

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This year’s edition shows a stronger commitment to representing the whole of Africa, as AMVCA continues to position itself as a pan-African body. In line with this, two new categories have been introduced: Best Indigenous Language – North Africa and Best Indigenous Language – Central Africa.

The 12th AMVCA will feature 32 award categories, comprising 18 jury-voting categories, 11 public-voting categories, and 3 special recognition awards, including Lifetime Achievement and Trailblazer honours. 

Follow our live coverage of the nominations announcement. 

Best Digital Content

[To be updated]

Best Indigenous Language Film (West Africa)

[To be updated]

Best Indigenous Language Film (East Africa)

[To be updated]

Best Indigenous Language Film (South Africa)

[To be updated]

Best Indigenous Language Film (North Africa)

[To be updated]

Best Indigenous Language Film (Central Africa)

[To be updated]

Best Multichoice Talent Factory Movie

[To be updated]

Best Scripted M-Net Original

[To be updated]

Best Unscripted M-Net Original

[To be updated]

Best Indigenous M-Net Original

[To be updated]

Best Short Film

[To be updated]

Best Supporting Actor 

[To be updated]

Best Supporting Actress 

[To be updated]

Best Lead Actor 

[To be updated]

Best Lead Actress 

[To be updated]

Best Cinematography 

[To be updated]

Best Editing 

[To be updated]

Best Sound Design 

[To be updated]

Best Music Score 

[To be updated]

Best Art Direction 

[To be updated]

Best Costume Design 

[To be updated]

Best Makeup

[To be updated]

Best Writing TV Series 

[To be updated]

Best Writing in a Movie

[To be updated]

Best Documentary 

[To be updated]

Best Scripted Series 

[To be updated]

Best Unscripted Series

[To be updated]

Best Director

[To be updated]

Best Overall Movie

[To be updated]

Public voting is now open for select categories, viewers can vote and support their favourite nominees. 

Winners will be revealed at the awards ceremony taking place on May 9th.

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