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In a landmark moment for Africa’s creative and media industries, the Africa Choice Awards (ACA) 2026 mark a powerful return with South Africa as the official host nation, positioning the country as a central hub for African entertainment excellence.
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Celebrating outstanding achievement
The Africa Choice Awards are a Pan-African awards platform dedicated to celebrating outstanding achievement across the creative industries, bringing together talent, industry leaders, brands, and audiences from across the continent.
Officially licensed and produced by Mmina Tshipi Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC), under the leadership of cultural strategist and
marketing executive Puni Modiboa, this historic edition reinforces South Africa’s position as a leading destination for entertainment,
culture, and creative industry recognition in Africa.
This year’s prestigious event will take place on 26 September 2026 at SunBet Arena, Time Square, Pretoria.
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Industries representing Africa’s heartbeat
The Africa Choice Awards continues to serve as a unifying platform that celebrates excellence across:
– Film & Television
– Music
– Radio & Broadcasting
– Fashion & Lifestyle
– Digital Media & Content Creation
– Comedy & Performance
– Entrepreneurship & Creative Business
Together, these industries represent the heartbeat of Africa’s fast-growing creative economy.
Speaking on this milestone, Puni Modiboa, License Holder and Executive Producer, stated: “This is a defining moment for Africa. The Africa Choice Awards is more than an event; it is a movement that celebrates African excellence, ownership, and global cultural influence. We are building a platform where African talent is recognised, amplified, and positioned on the world stage.”
This year’s edition promises to deliver a world-class celebration of African creativity, culture, and achievement, bringing together some of the continent’s most influential creatives, entertainers, entrepreneurs, and media leaders.
Tickets are available via www.ticketpros.co.za.
This prestigious event will unite Africa’s most influential voices in entertainment, media, and culture under one roof.
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