Damela Foundation, Great Excellence Movie Awards Unveils 2026 Nominees, Expands Across Africa

The Damela Foundation, Great Excellence Movie Awards (GEMA) has revealed the nominees for the sixth edition of the prestigious awards, expanding to include talents from Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa. The nominees were announced on September 21, 2026, highlighting the awards' growth and commitment to recognizing excellence in Africa's creative industry.

Scheduled for November 7, 2026, at the CCB Auditorium in Kumasi, the awards aim to celebrate Africa's filmmakers, actors, producers, directors, industry professionals, and more. Since its inception, GEMA has sought to provide a platform for African creative talents to be recognized and celebrated. The 2026 edition represents a step towards creating a continental awards platform that celebrates African excellence without national boundaries.

Additionally, the awards will recognize humanitarian service and social impact, featuring a Special Guest and Great Impact Awards. The Impact Week will include activities promoting social change and community development. The awards ceremony will take place at the CCB Auditorium in Kumasi, providing a platform for students, young creatives, and the wider community to engage with the event.

The organisers express gratitude to sponsors, partners, nominees, media organizations, and creatives who have contributed to the expansion of the awards.