According to a report by Nigerian Entertainment Today (NET), MultiChoice Nigeria has officially confirmed that the nominee announcement for the 2026 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) will take place on March 29.
The announcement marks the start of the “awards season” for the continent’s most prestigious film and television honors, following a year of record-breaking cinematic releases in Nollywood.
The 2026 edition is expected to be one of the most competitive yet, given the high volume of high-budget epics and streaming hits released over the last 12 months. Fans are particularly eager to see if recent box-office juggernauts like Toyin Abraham’s latest projects or Funke Akindele’s record-shattering works will dominate the major categories.
Organizers have hinted at a revamped voting system to enhance transparency, a move that comes after previous years of social media debates regarding “snubs” of popular actors. The live broadcast of the nominees is scheduled to air across all Africa Magic channels, sparking early predictions from industry critics and fans alike.
As the industry prepares for the main gala, the focus remains on whether the “New Nollywood” era of big-budget storytelling will outshine the traditional veterans. This year’s event is also expected to place a heavy emphasis on digital content creators, reflecting their growing influence in the African entertainment ecosystem.
* TVC News reported that the stage is set for the “highly anticipated” event, noting that the “nominee announcement is the first major milestone of the 2026 calendar.”
* The Punch confirmed the date, adding that “MultiChoice remains committed to celebrating African talent on a global stage.”
Echotitbits take: The AMVCAs are the ultimate barometer for success in African film. With the 2026 nominees dropping this Sunday, expect a massive surge in “stan” wars on X (formerly Twitter) as fans campaign for their favorites. Keep a close eye on the “Best Actor” and “Best Movie” categories; these will likely dictate the conversation for the next month.
Source: The Punch — https://punchng.com/amvca-to-announce-2026-nominees-sunday/#google_vignette March 25, 2026
Photo: The Punch
