The Africa Magic Viewers’ Awards Returns

Following the first edition of the AfricaMagic Viewers’ Choice Awards, MultiChoice and AfricaMagic have announced the call to entry for the second edition of the awards.

The official announcement was first made on Sunday night during the live eviction show of reality show, Big Brother The Chase.

“It is a pleasure for us to announce the launch of the second AfricaMagic Viewers’ Choice Awards after the resounding success of the first one. AfricaMagic is committed to recognising, nurturing and rewarding the excellence and artistry that exist within our movie and television industry,” said Biola Alabi, M-Net Africa MD.

She noted that the number of entries and the significant response received last year is proof that the AMVCA is contributing by recognising, acknowledging and rewarding the hard work that goes into the ever-expanding industry.

The AMVCA was created to acknowledge and celebrate the contribution made by Pan African filmmakers, actors and technicians in the success of the continent’s film and television industry.

This year, a total of 28 awards in 26 categories will be awarded ranging from acting and directing to scriptwriting and cinematography, with nine of those categories being voted for by the viewers.

Other areas in which honours will be given are editing, make-up, sound, lighting, the Industry Merit Award and the Trailblazer of The Year Award. Veteran actor, Olu Jacobs won the Industry Merit Award category at the maiden edition.

The inaugural AfricaMagic Viewers’ Choice Awards ceremony took place in Lagos on 9 March, 2013.