DStv customers were able to watch the renowned awards program live. On the much-loved blue carpet, local celebrities and delegates shone in their finest attire, ready to cheer on their contemporaries as they left with the prized statuettes. Everyone who took the stage to present an award, including Boity, Mpho Wabadimo, PH, Khutso Theledi, and Presely Chweneyagae, did so with good humor and a positive attitude. The host, Lawrence Maleka, had control of the situation.
Telkom, Kia, and Tanqueray gin from Diageo South Africa served as primary and associate sponsors, respectively.
Kamo Mphela, Tuks Senganga, Nomfundo Moh, and Zakes Bantwini all gave musical performances during the program that got the crowd dancing and in the mood to celebrate the achievement of the top South African entertainers.
Here’s who came out on top in each category:
1. Song of the Year: Makhadzi ft. Prince Benza – Ganama
2. Favourite Actress: Sannah Mcunu
3. Favourite Actor: Abdul Khoza
4. Favourite Radio Personality: Selbeyonce Mkhize
5. Favourite DJ: Shimza
6. Favourite Comedian: Skhumba Hlophe
7. Favourite Rising Star: Kwenzo Ngcobo
8. Favourite Sports Personality: Rassie Erasmus
9. Favourite TV Presenter: Lawrence Maleka
10. Favourite Personality: Connie Ferguson
11. Favourite Music Artist or Group: Makhadzi
12. Ultimate Viewers’ Choice: Lawrence Maleka
“What an incredible turnout. The organization of this event has been fun, and it has been done to honour and celebrate South Africa’s outstanding entertainers, according to Nyiko Shiburi, CEO of MultiChoice South Africa.
Congratulations to all of our winners! We are proud of your commitment to the arts. Telkom Group Communication Executive Mooketsi Mocumi continued the congratulations and spoke about the value of celebrating the artists.
