AMVCA 2026: Full List of Winners Announced at Lagos Ceremony
The 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) took place on May 9, 2026, at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Lagos, Nigeria. The ceremony celebrated outstanding achievements in African film, television, and digital storytelling, with live broadcasts across Africa Magic channels on DStv and GOtv, as well as streaming platforms. Key awards included Best Costume Design, won by Valerie Okeke for 'Colours of Fire,' and Best Makeup, awarded to Hakeem Onilogbo for 'Warlord.' The prize for Best Sound/Sound Design went to Pius Fatoke and CJ Mirra for their work on 'My Father’s Shadow.' In the television category, 'MTV Shuga Mashariki' secured the award for Best Writing – TV Series, recognizing the contributions of Annette Shadeya, Natasha Likimani, Mkamzee Mwatela, Arnold Mwanjila, and Makgano Mamabolo. The event highlighted the growing diversity and technical excellence within the African entertainment industry, honoring both established productions and emerging talents across various creative disciplines.
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AMVCA 2026: Full List of Winners Announced at Lagos Ceremony
The 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) took place on May 9, 2026, at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Lagos, Nigeria. The ceremony celebrated outstanding achievements in African film, television, and digital storytelling, with live broadcasts across Africa Magic channels on DStv and GOtv, as well as streaming platforms. Key awards included Best Costume Design, won by Valerie Okeke for 'Colours of Fire,' and Best Makeup, awarded to Hakeem Onilogbo for 'Warlord.' The prize for Best Sound/Sound Design went to Pius Fatoke and CJ Mirra for their work on 'My Father’s Shadow.' In the television category, 'MTV Shuga Mashariki' secured the award for Best Writing – TV Series, recognizing the contributions of Annette Shadeya, Natasha Likimani, Mkamzee Mwatela, Arnold Mwanjila, and Makgano Mamabolo. The event highlighted the growing diversity and technical excellence within the African entertainment industry, honoring both established productions and emerging talents across various creative disciplines.
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