The Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCA) 2026 is just around the corner, and the excitement is palpable. In a few months, the crème de la crème of Africa's film industry will gather in Lagos, Nigeria, to celebrate outstanding achievements in various categories. The nominees for the 12th edition of the prestigious awards have been announced, and the list is a testament to the continent's rich talent pool.

A total of 28 award categories are up for grabs, including two new additions: Best Indigenous Language (North Africa) and Best Indigenous Language (Central Africa). These categories aim to promote regional representation and give a platform to talented filmmakers from these regions. The nominees for each category have been carefully selected, and the competition is expected to be fierce.

The nominees for the main awards include a mix of established and emerging talent. From scripted MNET originals to unscripted ones, the list is a reflection of the diversity and creativity of Africa's film industry. Some of the notable nominees include "Adam to Eve," "Mother of the Brides," and "The Yard."

The complete list of nominees can be found below:

BEST DIGITAL CONTENT CREATOR "Dr Judgina – Situationally Transmitted Delusion" – Elozonam Ogbolu and Genoveva Umeh "The Marriage List" – Destiny Ogie Osarewinda "Leave To Live" – Emmanuel Kanaga and Sophia Chisom "The Rate Race" – Benedict Ehimare Oriaifo "Luxury Koko" – Maryam Apaokagi-Greene (Taaoma) "August Meeting Election" – Steve Chuks "Did I Just Hear Muah" – Akwaman

BEST SCRIPTED MNET ORIGINALS "Adam to Eve" – Lizz Njagah and Alexandros Konstantaras "Mother of the Brides" – Rogba Arimoro and Bio Arimoro "The Yard" – James Kalu Omokwe "The Low Priest" – Femi D. Ogunsanwo "Bobo" – Maurice Muendo

BEST INDIGINEOUS MNET ORIGINALS "Inimba" – Siphosethu Tshapu , Thandi Ramathesele and Yolanda Ndhlovu "Kukoyi" – David Akande "Undugu" – Hatibu Madudu "Out N' About (Harar)" – Bruk Yibrah "Kamapala Creme" – Joel Ndugwa "The Chocolate Empire" – Grace Kahaki and Phillippe Bresson "Mgbuka" – Eze Izu

BEST USCRIPTED MNET ORIGINALS "Nigerian Idol (Season 10)" – Suleiman Kassim and Anneke De Ridder "Ultimate Girls Trip: Africa" – Graeme Swanepoel and Jemma Ford "Chappa Chappa My Love" – Ercilla Justino, Jojo Almeida and Gabriela Ueno "Out N' About" – Bruk Yibrah "Undugu" – Hatibu Madudu

BEST SHORT FILM "Rise" – Jessie J. Rowlands "Fleas" – Jordy Sank "Telephone" – Fimisinuola Adejonwo "Hussainin" – Orire Nwani, Josh Olaoluwa "My Body, God's Temple" – Uzoamaka Power

BEST INDIGENOUS LANGUAGE FILMS (WEST AFRICA) "The Serpent's Gift" – Winifred M