AMAA 2026: Nollywood battles South Africa, Ghana for continental glory
Nigerian films ‘To Adaego With Love’ and ‘The Herd’ will compete against productions from South Africa and Ghana for the Best Film award at the 22nd AMAA. Read More: https://punchng.com/amaa-2026-nollywood-battles-south-africa-ghana-for-continental-glory/
The 22nd Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) 2026 nominations have been announced, with Nigerian films 'To Adaego With Love' and 'The Herd' competing against productions from South Africa, Ghana, and other African countries for the Best Film award. The awards ceremony is scheduled for November 15, 2026, at the Marriott Hotel, Lagos.
Uganda's 'Slum Bomber' and Kenya's 'One Woman, One Bra' lead the nominations with 14 each, followed by 'To Adaego With Love' with 11 nominations. Nigerian actors and filmmakers, including Daniel Etim-Effiong, Osas Ighodaro, Toyin Abraham, and Uzor Arukwe, have also earned nominations across various categories.
Brief written by urgent.news from Punch's own syndicated text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
This story
This is one outlet's version. Read the fullest account.
