The Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCAs) are a regal celebration of African storytelling – a prestigious showcase of cinematic brilliance, cultural pride, and creative excellence. With the 11th edition around the corner, Showmax brings you front-row access to some of this year’s most captivating nominees. From glittering drama to unfiltered reality, these are the titles lighting up the continent and your screen.
Ready, set, binge these AMVCA-nominated gems are streaming now on Showmax.
Princess on a Hill
Nominations: Best Scripted Series, Best Editing, Best Writing TV Series, Best Lead Actor, Best Supporting Actor
About the Show: This Showmax original follows Zara Osara, who unexpectedly rises to corporate power after winning a reality show. Now in the boardroom, she must survive the game of power and manipulation.
Cheta M (Season 2)
Nominations: Best Scripted Series, Best Writing TV Series
About the Show: An epic Nigerian drama directed by James Omokwe, exploring cultural heritage and identity. Season 2 deepens the journey of modernity meeting tradition.
Slum King
Nominations: Best Writing TV Series, Best Scripted M-Net Original
About the Show: After a childhood tragedy, Edafe becomes Maje, the king of the slums. A tale of survival, leadership, and redemption.
Itura
Nominations: Best Scripted M-Net Original
About the Show: Set in a Yoruba village, this drama uncovers dynastic struggles, forbidden love, and raw ambition in a gripping tale of tradition versus change.
Wura (Season 2)
Nominations: Best Writing TV Series, Best Scripted Series
About the Show: Gold, power, and betrayal. Wura continues her reign in this thrilling drama based in Iperindo’s gold mining world.
Masquerades of Aniedo
Nominations: Best Writing TV Series
About the Show: A saga of ancient power, betrayal and mysticism, directed by Femi Ogunsanwo. This series brings rich cultural drama to the screen.
Untying Kantai
Nominations: Best Writing TV Series
About the Show: A dramedy filled with complex relationships and personal growth in modern African society.
The Real Housewives of Lagos (Season 2)
Nominations: Best Unscripted Series
About the Show: Season 2 gets even juicier with new cast members and high-society drama. Glamour, gossip, and Lagos living.
GH Queens
Nominations: Best Unscripted Series
About the Show: Follow four powerhouse Ghanaian women as they navigate love, fame, and fierce ambition in the world of entertainment.
What Will People Say
Nominations: Best Unscripted M-Net Original
About the Show: A dating show with a twist — the audience decides who wins the date. Romance, realness, and a little chaos.
Style Magnate
Nominations: Best Unscripted Series
About the Show: A showcase of Nigerian fashion creativity. Designers step up their game in this celebration of African flair.
Wa Milele
Nominations: Best Unscripted Series, Best Indigenous Language East Africa
About the Show: A Tanzanian reality series spotlighting tradition, language, and the unshakable bonds of community.
Subterranea
Nominations: Best Indigenous M-Net Original
About the Show: Kenyan sci-fi meets cultural lore in this futuristic series with a powerful African twist.
Catch up on these acclaimed titles now on Showmax and get ready for the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards ceremony on Saturday, 10 May 2025.