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My Fairytale Wedding premieres on Africa Magic Showcase
Naija turns up for an electrifying after party – AMVCA 9
Nkem Owoh and Sanni Mu’azu receive Industry Merit Award – AMVCAWith decades of excellence etched into African cinema, Nkem Owoh and Sanni Mu’azu were honoured with the Industry Merit Award. Their legacy is not just in roles played, but in paths paved and generations inspired. This was a night of reverence, applause and deep gratitude for two icons of the screen.
The Best Movie Award goes to 'Freedom Way' – AMVCA 11Blessing Uzzi’s exceptional movie 'Freedom Way' claims the top prize of the night — the Best Movie Award.
Awam Amkpa wins Best Director for ‘The Man Died’ – AMVCAWith a masterful eye and unwavering vision, Awam Amkpa brought Soyinka’s words to life in bold, cinematic strokes. The Man Died became more than a film, it was a protest, a poem, and a powerful act of remembrance. And on May 10th, the work was honoured at Africa’s most prestigious awards ceremony.
Femi Adebayo emerges as the Best Lead Actor – AMVCA 11For his outstanding performance in 'Seven Doors', Femi Adebayo takes home the prestigious AMVCA 11 Best Lead Actor award.
Chioma Chukwuka wins Best Lead Actress – AMVCA 11Chioma Chukwuka’s unforgettable performance in 'Seven Doors' earns her the honour of Best Lead Actress at this year’s AMVCA.
The Best Supporting Actor is Gabriel Afolayan – AMVCA 11For bringing depth, brilliance, and a standout performance to Clarence Peter's 'Inside Life', Gabriel Afolayan clinches the AMVCA 11 Best Supporting Actor award.
Mercy Aigbe is crowned the 2025 Best Supporting Actress – AMVCA 11For her unforgettable performance in 'Farmer's Bride', Mercy Aigbe earns the AMVCA 11 Best Supporting Actress award.
'My Fairytale Wedding' wins the Best Scripted M-net Original Award – AMVCA 11For crafting an unforgettable story, Chinenye Nworah and Taiwo Adebayo's 'My Fairytale Wedding' takes home the Best Scripted M-net Original award.
The Best Unscripted M-Net Original winner is 'Nigerian Idol' – AMVCA 11 \ Africa MagicProduced by Kassim Sule and Anneke De Ridder, 'Nigerian Idol' claims the Best Un-Scripted M-Net Original award at AMVCA 11.
'Lisabi' wins the Best Indigenous Language West Africa Award – AMVCA 11The thrilling film 'Lisabi: The Uprising' takes home the AMVCA 11 Best Indigenous Language West Africa award.
' 'Zi M Uzo' is the Best Indigenous M-Net Original winner – AMVCA 11For its cultural significance and impactful storytelling, 'Zi M Uzo' wins the Best Indigenous M-Net Original award at AMVCA 11.
The Best Indigenous Language East Africa winner – AMVCA 11With its rich storytelling and cultural resonance, 'Makosa Di Yangu' takes home the Best Indigenous Language East Africa award at AMVCA 11.
The 2025 Best Short Film Award goes to 'Brukaci' – AMVCA 11For captivating audiences even in a short-form film, Jide Jblaze Oyegbile's 'Brukaci' wins the AMVCA 11 Best Short Film award.
'Mwizukanji' takes home the Best Indigenous Language Southern Africa Award – AMVCA 11Cosmas Ng’Andwe’s film, 'Mwizukanji', wins the Best Indigenous Language Southern Africa award at this year’s AMVCAs.
Iyo Prosper Adokiye wins the Best Digital Content Creator Award – AMVCA 11For creating standout digital content that captured audiences across Africa, Iyo Prosper Adokiye emerges as the AMVCA 11 Best Digital Content Creator.
Afro-futuristic slay! Stars shut down the red carpet – AMVCAAfrica’s biggest stars hit the AMVCA red carpet dripping in avant-garde glam, futuristic fabrics, and pure royal energy. We caught up with them to talk African storytelling, industry dreams—and of course, to serve face and fashion. This carpet wasn’t walked, it was conquered.
Young Filmmakers Day – AMVCA 11It was a day of inspiration and learning for budding creatives at the MultiChoice Talent Factory’s Young Filmmakers Day, where facilitator Shawn Butler shared valuable insights into the art and business of filmmaking.
Celebrating the icons – AMVCA 11The eleventh edition of the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCA) kicked off with a special event honouring Nollywood veterans and legends of the African film and television industry.
How African are Bambam and Stan Nze? This test revealed more than expected! – AMVCACan they be trusted with our vibe? Hosts turned culture icons Bambam and Stan Nze took on our Ultimate African Test at AMVCA Cultural Day. Fresh from their hosting duties at the prestigious event, the two dove into culture while serving red carpet glam and a peek into their AMVCA faves and future dreams.
Voting is open – AMVCA 11Show your support for your favourite stars! The voting round for the eleventh edition of the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCA) is now open and closes on 4 May at 21:00 WAT.
The nominees announcement is here – AMVCA 11Join us as we unveil the eleventh edition of the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards nominees. Catch the announcement show live on Sunday, 23 March, at 19:00 WAT on all Africa Magic channels.
Calling for submissions - AMVCA 11Attention African creatives! The Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) is back for the eleventh edition. Submissions are now open and will close on 31 January 2025.
The Best Short Film Award goes to 'Pa Aromire' – AMVCA 9Adeoye Adetunji's 'Pa Aromire' wins the Best Short Story award.
Africa’s finest crowned in a dazzling turn up! Every winning moment – AMVCA