KAMPALA- The 11th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCAs) wrapped up in a spectacular celebration of African film, television, and digital excellence. The awards night brought together the continent’s finest creative talents and reaffirmed the AMVCAs as a powerful platform for spotlighting authentic African narratives.
Uganda’s film industry stood tall at the ceremony, with the critically acclaimed Sabotage film by Mathew Nabwiso of Nabwiso Films and Humphrey Nabimanya earned a nomination in the Best Indigenous Language (East Africa) category. While the award ultimately went to Makosa Di Yangu, a film directed by Abel Mutua Musyoka, praised for its rich storytelling and cultural resonance.
Sabotage’s nomination alone marked a proud milestone for Ugandan cinema, affirming the country’s rising creative voice and the industry’s growing impact on the continental stage.
Other major wins included:
Best Director: The Man Died by Awam Amkpa
Best Sound Design: Suspicion
Best Costume Design: Christmas in Lagos by Ademola Adeyemi
Best Writing (Movie): Freedom Way
Best Writing (TV Series): Untying Kantai by Abel Mutua Musyoka
In regional categories:
Best Indigenous Language Film (South Africa): Mwizukanji
Best Indigenous Language Film (East Africa): Makosa Di Tangu
Best Indigenous M-Net Original: Onye Agbata Obim
Best Scripted M-Net Original: My Fairytale Wedding
Best MultiChoice Talent Factory Film: Everything Light Touches
Dr. Busola Tejumola, Executive Head of Content and West Africa Channels at MultiChoice, stated: “The AMVCAs reflect the ambition of a continent in motion. These stories are no longer emerging; they are defining global conversations. Africa Magic and MultiChoice are proud to be the platform of that power.”
