The Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) 2023 is fast approaching and the excitement is palpable among fans and industry insiders alike. As the event draws nearer, more information has been released about the awards ceremony and what attendees can expect.
The AMVCA 2023 is set to take place on May 20, 2023, in Lagos, Nigeria. It will be the ninth edition of the awards show and specifically honours the best of African film and television. The ceremony will be broadcast live on Africa Magic channels across the continent.
According to the organizers, this year’s event promises to be bigger and better than ever before. In addition to the usual categories, there are several new categories added to the list, including Best Short Film and Best Web Series. This expansion is a testament to the ever-growing and evolving African film and television industry.
Nigerian stars Tobi Bakre, Bimbo Ademoye, and Chidi Mokeme are among the top nominees for the 9th edition of the Awards. The awards ceremony recognizes exceptional performances in film, television, and entertainment across Nollywood and Africa
Furthermore, the award ceremony will also feature special recognition awards.
These recognition awards will be presented to individuals who have made significant contributions to the industry over the years. Some of the special recognition awards include – The Industry Merit Award, The Trailblazer Award, and The Outstanding Contribution to Film and Television Award.
The nominees for the various categories of the awards have been announced by the event’s organizer, MultiChoice, on Sunday, April 16, 2023. The nominations were categorized into various sections. Some categories will be determined by a public vote, while others will be decided by a panel of judges.
For this year’s edition, digital content creation has been added to the lineup. This is to celebrate content creators throughout Nollywood and the entire African continent. The awards aim to recognize outstanding individuals in the entertainment industry, from actors to producers and directors.
The AMVCA nominations include – Best Actor in a Comedy, Best Actor in a Drama and Best Actress in a Comedy. There’s also Best Actress in a Drama, Best Supporting Actor, Best Supporting Actress and Best Short Film. Furthermore, there are also Best Online Social Content Creator, Best Original Telenovela, and Best Unscripted Original categories.
The AMVCA ceremony has become one of the most prestigious events in Africa. It attracts top celebrities from the entertainment industry and also celebrates African talent. Furthermore, it serves as a platform to showcase the best of the continent’s entertainment industry.
