Rwandan entertainment stars including The Ben, Bruce Melodie, Kagarara, Anita Pendo, Mutesi Jolly and Uwase Muyango are among the nominees for the Africa Content Creator Awards 2026, an event Rwanda will host for the first time.
The awards, which celebrate outstanding digital creators and influencers across Africa, will be unveiled at Onomo Hotel in Kigali on Thursday, July 16, 2026. The event brings together content creators and entertainment personalities from more than 20 countries.
Among the Rwandan nominees competing in different categories are DJ Phil Peter, Anita Pendo, Mutesi Jolly, Uwase Muyango, The Ben, Bruce Melodie, Ashton Small, Sano Brown, Jojo, Nyambo Jessica, Soloba, Clapton Kibonge, Carine Usanase, Utah Nice, Kamatari Sandra, DJ Pinky, Kagarara and other emerging creators who have made a mark in Rwanda’s creative industry.
The continental list of nominees features some of Africa’s biggest entertainment names, including Diamond Platnumz, Fally Ipupa, Nelly Kamwelu, Ogulu, Juma Jux, Davido, Wizkid, Shali Ahmed, Danra, Shana Sierra, Mungu Feni, Joy Ujeku and others.
Organisers said the Africa Content Creator Awards aim to recognise and promote individuals who use social media platforms and digital technologies to inform, educate, entertain and create new opportunities in the creative economy.
The awards also seek to connect African creators with brands, partners and audiences across the continent, while highlighting the growing influence of digital content in shaping culture and communication.
Rwanda’s hosting of the awards marks the first time the Great Lakes region will welcome the event, a milestone expected to boost the country’s creative sector, promote international events tourism and showcase Rwandan talent on the African stage.
