Kampala,, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The 4th annual iKON Awards has officially been launched, with key updates announced during the iKON Activate, Uganda event held Sunday, 23 November 2025, at Serena Hotel Kampala. iKON Activate is the official kickoff for the iKON Awards season. The 4th edition of …
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Abuja, Nigeria | THE INDPENDENT | The iKON Awards hosted the first-ever iKON Activate in Abuja, Nigeria, on 27th September 2025 at Ebony Life Cinema. The iKON Activate,, a prelude to the annual iKON Awards, convened leading Nigerian filmmakers, industry associations, and partners for a dynamic exchange of ideas, experiences, …
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Lagos, Nigeria | THE INDEPENDENT | The road map to iKON Awards 2026 has officially kicked off with iKON Activate – an initiative that fosters collaborations with African film stars. The first iKON Activate is scheduled to take place in Lagos, Nigeria from 26th -28th September 2025. The …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | iKON Awards has held a reunion for iKON fellowship program 2025 at Reach a Hand offices, Lungujja. The gathering brings together alumni, mentors, filmmakers, and partners of the iKON Young Filmmakers Fellowship Programme for a day of connection, reflection, and storytelling. The reunion is …
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Wawuyo, Nigerian film partnership powered by Ramsey Films, Sozo Films Limited, BRS Studios, and Sauti Plus Media Hub Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The iKON Awards has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with legendary Ugandan actor Michael Wawuyo Sr., to feature in the Nigerian drama film called Dambe, …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The appeal of the iKon Awards has proven irresistible for the many filmmakers as seen by the huge participation in an initiative that does not offer a cash prize that normally accompanies such accolades.The awards, now in their 3rd edition, have gained public and government attention …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Nigerian film stars Kanayo O Kanayo and Patience Ozokwor have received the African Ikon of the Year accolades at a ceremony in Kampala celebrating influential figures in African cinema. This was at the 3rd edition of the glamorous Ikon awards Saturday at the Kampala Serena Hotel, …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The iKON Awards hosted the African Film Forum at the Reach A Hand Headquarters in Lungujja March 28th, bringing together budding filmmakers and industry leaders like Ramsey Nouah, Joy Odiette, Kanayo O Kanayo, Patience Ozokwor to discuss how the industry in African countries can …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In a bid to promote culture, the iKON Awards have adopted traditional attire as the official dress code for the highly anticipated 3rd edition of 2025 due March 29. Under the theme, ‘Back to the Roots’, all guests including nominees, VIPs will don traditional outfits …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The iKon Awards Executive Committee has honoured the nominees of the iKon Awards 2025 with certificates of nomination in recognition of their nomination. The nominees were officially recognized during a special luncheon held on March 15, 2025, at Divine Resort Beach in Mukono. The certificates …
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