The Golden Arc Honors
Celebrating Africa's Greatest Minds, Visionaries & Creators.
50+ awards for Africans across arts, innovation, leadership and creativity.





09:00am GMT, 31st December, 2025.
Some large event hall in Accra, Ghana.
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Award Categories

Music

Film & Television

Visual Arts

Fashion

Photography

Dance & Performance

Literature & Poetry

Digital & New Media

Best African Film
Honouring outstanding African films that showcase exceptional storytelling, cultural depth, and cinematic excellence.
18 Nominees

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Lisabi: The Uprising
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Freedom Way
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Seven Doors
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King of Boys
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Citation
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Anikulapo
Best African Song of the Year
Celebrating the most impactful and culturally resonant African song of the year.
18 Nominees

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Burna Boy – Last Last
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Tems – Free Mind
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Wizkid – Essence
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Ayra Starr – Rush
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Davido – Feel
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Wizkid – Essence
Visual Art & Creative Innovation
Recognising African artists redefining contemporary art through bold expression and innovation.
18 Nominees

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El Anatsui
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Njideka Akunyili Crosby
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Yinka Shonibare
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Owenaṣe Odigie
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Laolu Senbanjo
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Peju Alatise
African Fashion Designer of the Year
Celebrating designers shaping Africa’s fashion identity on the global stage.
18 Nominees

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Orange Culture
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MaXhosa Africa
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Lisa Folawiyo
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Thebe Magugu
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Lisa Folawiyo
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Thebe MaguguThe Golden Arc Honors Jury Panel.

Nelson Mandela
South Africa

Nelson Mandela
South Africa

Nelson Mandela
South Africa