Did You Know?
Did you know that the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) was launched in 2013 by MultiChoice and Africa Magic to be one of Africa’s most prestigious entertainment awards.
The AMVCA is often referred to as “Africa’s Oscars” as the award recognises achievement in film and the African storytelling prowess.
The AMVCA red carpet is also something most fans look up to & alternatively call the “Met Gala of Africa”. Since it is guaranteed to feature Africa’s favourite stars in the entertainment industry in their best fits and intriguing costumes.
Here are some other interesting facts about the AMVCA;
- Did you know that the The first-ever AMVCA ceremony was held on March 9, 2013, in Lagos, Nigeria.
- Did you know that in 2020, actor Timini Egbuson and his sister Dakore Egbuson-Akande were both nominated in different categories — making it one of the rare times siblings competed at the same AMVCA event!
- Did you know that the The longest acceptance speech at the AMVCA reportedly went over 5 minutes — and had to be cut short with the music cue, just like at the Oscars!
- Did you know that the movie “October 1” won nine awards at the AMVCA 2015? Hereby making it the most awarded film in the history of the ceremony.
Stay Informed, Stay Creative!
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