The 12th edition of Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), the continent’s premier celebration of film and television excellence, is now open for entries.
Organised by Africa Magic, in partnership with MultiChoice, a Canal+ company, AMVCA has urged filmmakers and content creators across the continent to start submitting their works for consideration from Sunday, January 11 to Sunday, February 15, 2026.
The Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards remains MultiChoice’s flagship initiative dedicated to recognising, celebrating and rewarding exceptional African storytelling across film and television. The 12th edition will once again spotlight the growth, creativity and global potential of Africa’s entertainment industry, while reinforcing its position as the continent’s most prestigious awards platform.
The 12th AMVCA is headlined by Don Julio as Lead Sponsor, marking a continued evolution of the awards into a premium, culturally influential celebration of African excellence, creativity and craftsmanship.
Building on a legacy of recognising both established and emerging talent, the 12th AMVCA introduces key enhancements that deepen its pan-African reach. Notably, this edition expands its Indigenous Language categories with the introduction of: Best Indigenous Language – North Africa and
Best Indigenous Language – Central Africa.
These additions reflect the AMVCA’s commitment to Pan-Africanism, cultural preservation and equitable representation, ensuring that Africa’s diverse languages, regions, and creative voices are more fully celebrated on a continental stage.
According to the organisers, this year’s AMVCA will feature 32 award categories – including 18 jury-decided categories and 11 audience-voted categories – alongside two special recognition awards for Lifetime Achievement, and a Trailblazer award.
They noted further that eligible entries must have been broadcast or publicly screened between January 1, 2025 and December 31, 2025. Also, feature-length films must have been screened in cinemas, on linear television, and/or on streaming platforms to qualify.
However, all submissions must be completed online via the official AMVCA portal, with full preview copies uploaded as screened or broadcast. Detailed guidelines, eligibility criteria, and submission requirements are available at www.africamagic.tv/amvca.
Renowned for its celebration of African talent, iconic red-carpet moments, fashion, and cultural impact, the 12th AMVCA will take place in Lagos, Nigeria in May 2026. It promises to be another unforgettable celebration of African film, television and creative expression.