AMAA 2024 Unveiled:20th Africa Movie Academy Nominations Announced

The anticipation is palpable as the Africa Film Academy (AFA) has officially unveiled the nominations for the prestigious 20th Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA).

This year’s event, themed “Celebrating African Creativity,” took place at the Sheraton Hotel in Ikeja, Lagos, captivating attendees with a showcase of cinematic excellence from across the continent.

Highlights from the Nomination Event

On Wednesday evening, the AFA gathered key members of the jury, screener college, and board members, including Mr. Raymond Anyiam-Osigwe, the Chief Operating Officer of AMAA. These industry veterans oversaw the nomination process, which highlighted an impressive array of films and talents competing for top honors.

The evening was eloquently hosted by Vimbai Mutinhiri Ekpenyong, who guided attendees through the exciting announcements. Noteworthy attendees included prominent figures such as Mr. George Anyiam-Osigwe and NFVCB Executive Director Dr. Shaibu Husseini, underlining the event’s significance.

Outstanding Film Contributions

Among the nominees for this celebrated event, films such as The Weekend, which leads with 16 nominations, and Jagun Jagun, with seven nods, demonstrate the vibrant storytelling and artistic vision making waves within African cinema. Notably, the Ghanaian film Letters to Goddo also made a strong impact with eight nominations, proving that creativity knows no bounds across the continent.

AFA’s Mr. Anyiam-Osigwe shared insights into the planned activities for the upcoming awards, which include the launch of the AMAA Coffee Book on September 25, 2024, the AMAA Africa Night of Legends on November 1, and the grand AMAA Gala Night on November 2. Each event is designed to celebrate the richness of African storytelling and the individuals behind these remarkable creations.

Upcoming Ceremonies and Cultural Partnerships

This year, the AMAA continues its strong partnership with the Lagos State government, fostering an environment for cultural exchange and collaboration. The event promises not only to recognize industry excellence but also to enhance the broader appreciation of African cinema globally.

With an impressive lineup of nominees and a series of exciting events leading up to the gala night, the 20th AMAA is set to be a milestone in celebrating African creativity and film artistry.

NOMINEES OF THE 2024 EDITION OF THE AFRICA MOVIE ACADEMY AWARDS (AMAA) PRESENTED BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE JURY OF THE 20^TH EDITION OF THE AMAA DOROTHY WENNER.

1. EFERE OZAKO AMAA 2024 AWARD FOR BEST SHORT FILM

1.  The Last Shoe Maker – Uganda
2.  Seben – Mali
3.  Dear Future Wife – South Africa
4.  Isolated – Nigeria
5.  Jolie – Angola
6.  Strike A Blow And Die – Malawi
7.  Don’t Call Me Beautiful – Ghana
8.  Sins Of A Father – Zimbabwe/USA

2. JUBRIL MALAFIA AMAA 2024 AWARD FOR BEST ANIMATION

1. Heavy crown – Libya
2. Counter punch – Kenya
3. Journey of the legend – Cameroon
4. Hadu – Nigeria
5. Between Paya and Koulou – Senegal
6. Oya (The goddess of gods) – Nigeria
7.  Set Pieces – Sudan

3. AMAA 2024 AWARD FOR BEST DOCUMENTARY

1. A Quand L’Afrique – Congo Brazzaville
2. The Night Still Smells of Gun Powder- Mozambique
3. The Return Train – Mali
4. Gateway To Dreams – Cameroon
5. Rainbow Nation – South Africa
6. Dela- The Making of EL-Anatsui – Nigeria
7.  Donga – Libya
8. Rising Up At Night – DRC

4. OUSMANE SEMBENE AMAA 2024 AWARD FOR BEST FILM IN AN AFRICAN LANGUAGE

1. Makula -Uganda
2. Jagun Jagun- Nigeria
3. The Queenstown Kings – South Africa
4. Kaka – Nigeria
5. Eskhalemi Sikantombella- South Africa
6. Unheard – Uganda
7. Out of Bound – Nigeria

5. MICHAEL ANYIAM OSIGWE AMAA 2024 AWARD FOR BEST FILM BY AN AFRICAN LIVING ABROAD:

1. Out Of Breath – Nigeria/UK
2. Orah – Nigeria/Canada
3. Isolated – Nigeria/UK
4. Under The Hanging Tree- Namibia/UK
5. Kipkemboi – Nigeria/ Canada

 6. AMAA 2024 AWARD FOR BEST DIASPORA SHORT 

1.  The Neigbourhood Alert – USA
2.  Bottled Up – USA
3.  The Golden Boy – USA

7. AMAA 2024 AWARD FOR BEST DIASPORA DOCUMENTARY

1. The Wu Tang Clan: Live at Red Rocks Amphitheatre – USA
2. A Rising Tide – USA
3.  Colour – USA

8.AMAA 2024 AWARD FOR BEST DIASPORA NARRATIVE FEATURE

1. Outlaw Posse – USA
2. Mickey Hardaway-USA
3. Love After Holidays – USA

9. AMAA 2024 AWARD FOR ACHIEVEMENT IN PRODUCTION DESIGN

1. Ora
2. The Queenstown kings
3. The Weekend
4. Jagun Jagun
5. Kipkemboi
6. Makula
7. Out of breath

10. AMAA 2024 ACHIEVEMENT IN COSTUME DESIGN

1. The Beads
2. The weekend
3. White and black
4. Jagun Jagun
5. The Queenstown Kings
6. Mai martaba
7. Out of breath

11. AMAA 2024 AWARD FOR ACHIEVEMENT IN MAKE-UP

1. The Weekend
2. Nawi
3. Letters to Goddo
4. Out of breath
5. Jagun Jagun
6. Anjola
7. White and black

12. AMAA 2024 AWARD FOR ACHIEVEMENT IN SOUNDTRACK

1. The Weekend
2. Under the Hanging Tree
3. The Queenstown Kings
4. Orah
5. Boda Love
6. Mojisola
7. Red Carpet

13. AMAA 2024 AWARD FOR ACHIEVEMENT IN VISUAL EFFECT

1. Kipkemboi
2. Jagun Jagun
3. Under The Hanging Tree
4. The Weekend
5. Bokwagter
6. Out of Breath

14. AMAA 2024 AWARD FOR ACHIEVEMENT IN SOUND

1. A Smile, A Wink and A Tear
2. The Weekend
3. Under the Hanging Tree
4. The Queenstown Kings
5. This is Lagos
6. Kipkemboi
7. Boda Love

15. AMAA 2024 AWARD FOR ACHIEVEMENT IN CINEMATOGRAPHY

1. 1. The Weekend
2. Nawi
3. Kipkemboi
4. Letters to Goddo
5. This is Lagos
6. The Queenstown Kings  
7. A Smile, A Wink and A Tear

16. AMAA 2024 AWARD FOR ACHIEVEMENT IN EDITING

1. Under The Hanging Tree
2. The Weekend
3. This is Lagos
4. Nawi
5. Kipkemboi
6. The Beads
7. Anjola

17. AMAA 2024 AWARD FOR ACHIEVEMENT IN SCREEN PLAY

1. Under The Hanging Tree
2. The Weekend
3. Letter To Goddo
4. This is Lagos
5. Boda love
6. The Queenstown King
7. Out of Breath

18. AMAA 2024- NATIONAL FILM AND VIDEO CENSORS BOARD (NFVCB) AWARD FOR BEST NIGERIAN FILM

1. The Weekend
2. This is Lagos 
3. Afamefuna 
4. Jagun Jagun
5. Mai MartabaA Smile, A wink and a tear
6. Out of Breath

19. AMAA 2024 AWARD FOR BEST YOUNG/ PROMISING ACTOR

1. Michell Lemuya (Nawi)
2. Likhona Mgali (The Queenstown Kings)
3. Agape mngomezulu – Orah
4. William Dias – Bokwagter
5. Kofi Adu-Gyamfi -Tejiri
6. Ruby Akubueze – She
7. Fatima Muhammed – Mai Martaba

20. AMAA 2024 AWARD FOR BEST ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE

1. Sandile Mahlangu – The Queenstown Kings
2. Ochungo Benson – Nawi
3. Keppy Ekpeyong Bassey – The Weekend
4. Ikechukwu Onunaku -Afamefuna
5. Lucky Ejim – Orah
6. Solomon Fixon Owoo – Letters to Goddo
7. Femi Adebayo- Jagun Jagun

21. AMAA 2024 AWARD FOR BEST ACTRESS IN A SUPPORTING ROLE

1. Meg Otanwa – The Weekend
2. Enhle Mbali Mlotshwa – The Queenstown Kings
3. Elsie Chidera Abang – Kipkemboi
4. Tessa Twala – The Queenstown Kings
5. Bukunmi Oluwashina – White and Black
6. Somkele Iyamah-Idhalamah – Orah
7. Chioma Akpotha – Mojisola

22. AMAA 2024 AWARD FOR BEST ACTOR IN A LEADING ROLE

1. Zolixa Xaluva – The Queenstown Kings
2. Gabriel Afolayan – This is Lagos
3. Duncan Murunyu Mungai – Boda Love
4. Nenesenor Abloso – Letters to Goddo
5. Bucci Franklyn – The weekend
6. Femi Jacobs – Anjola
7. Chidi Mokeme – Out of Breath

23. AMAA 2024 AWARD FOR BEST ACTRESS IN A LEADING ROLE

1. Girley Jazama – Under The Hanging Tree
2. Oyin Oladejo – Orah
3. Unati Faku – The Queenstown Kings
4. Uzoamaka Aniunoh – The Weekend
5. Uzoamaka Aniunoh – The Weekend
6. Jackie Appiah -Red Carpet
7. Ife Irele- A Smile, A Wink and A Tear

26. AMAA 2024 AWARD FOR BEST DEBUT FEATURE FILM BY A DIRECTOR

1. LETTERS TO GODDO- Harry Bentil
2. RISING UP AT NIGHT – Nelson Makengo
3. SHE – Seun Richards

25. AMAA 2024 AWARD FOR BEST DIRECTOR

1. Daniel Emeke Oriahi – The Weekend
2. Kenneth Gyang – This Is Lagos
3. Jahmil X.T Qubeka – The Queenstown Kings
4. Perivi Katjavivi – Under The Hanging Tree
5. Lonzo Nzekwe – Orah
6. Harry Bentil – Letters To Goddo
7. Izu Ojukwu- A Smile, A Wink and A Tear

26. AMAA 2024 AWARD FOR BEST FILM

1. 1.Under The Hanging Tree
2. The Weekend
3. This is Lagos
4. A Smile, A Wink and A Tear
5. Orah
6. Letters to Goddo
7. The Queenstown Kings