DStv Content Creator Awards is an annual awards ceremony presented by DStv with association of MultiChoice that recognizes achievements in the social media community across South Africa and Africa. It honors content creators, influencers, brands and organizations that have made notable contributions to the South African social media landscape through innovative movements, campaigns, projects and content.
History The awards were introduced in 2022 to recognise South African content creators and digital media productions. The inaugural awards received more than 1,500 entries across 23 categories, with more than 900 creators, brands, agencies and influencers registered. A judging panel was responsible for evaluating entries, while selected categories were decided through public voting. The first ceremony was held at The Galleria in Sandton on 10 September 2022 and was hosted by comedian Loyiso Madinga. The second edition took place on 9 September 2023 at The Galleria in Sandton hosted by Donovan Goliath. The ceremony had more than 90 nominees and recorded almost 40,000 public votes. The third edition was held on 12 October 2024 at Nelson Mandela Square and was hosted by Anele Mdoda.
Categories The DStv Content Creator Awards categories include:
Public Voting Categories Creator of the Year Automative Content Public Choice Emerging Creator YouTube Creator of the Year
Non-public voting categories Dance Creator Style Best Comedy Content Creator Sound of Tomorrow Trendsetter Podcast of the Year Impact Creator Best Social Series Best Online Series Thumbstopping Best Creator x Brand Collaboration Expert Voices Wildcard
List of ceremonies +EditionDateVenueHostRef 1st10 September 2022The Galleria, SandtonLoyiso Madinga 2nd9 September 2023The Galleria, SandtonDonovan Goliath 3rd12 October 2023Nelson Mandela Square Anele Mdoda 4th17 October 2026The Galleria, SandtonMpho Popps
See also South African Social Media Awards
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