Ikon Awards 2025 nominees unveiled: Here’s the full list

By Our Reporter The 2025 Ikon Awards nominees have been announced. The nominees were announced on Friday evening by media personality, Ethan Kavuma, and renowned Actress, Catherine Namugenyi during a ceremony hosted at the Reach A Hand Uganda headquarters. One of the key highlights of this year’s awards is the expansion of the nominee slots in each of the 22 competitive categories from four to five, offering greater recognition for outstanding talent. “What makes this year’s Ikon Awards special is that we have expanded the number of nominees, creating more room to celebrate exceptional work. This time, we are stronger than ever in championing inclusivity and celebrating diverse voices in the film and television industry,” noted Usama Mukwaya, Ikon Awards Producer. Additionally, the Ikon Executive Committee also revealed four prestigious awards: Best Emerging Film – recognizing promising new cinematic work, Lifetime Achievement Award – honoring an individual’s enduring contributions to the film industry, African Ikon of the Year – celebrating an influential figure in African cinema and African Rising Star Award – highlighting an emerging talent making waves on the continent. Speaking at the Ikon Nominees Announcement, Humphrey Nabimanya, CEO of the Ikon Awards, emphasized the power of collaboration in...