The Simon ‘Mabhunu’ Sabela Film and Television Awards are aimed at honouring KwaZulu-Natal’s talent within a very competitive industry.

Held at The Playhouse in Durban, the awards are in their fifth year.

During the awards, popular Mzansi Magic soapie, Isibaya – swept the boards with Nomzamo Mbatha, Siyabonga Twala, Gcina Mkhize, Andile Mxakaza and Linda Mtoba, among others, bagging the awards.

The awards are organised by the KZN department of economic development, tourism and environmental affairs.

Simon Mabhunu Sabela, in whose honour the awards are named, was a legendary actor, director and producer.

FULL LIST OF WINNERS:

Best Emerging Director: Kundai Vera  (Stranger Danger)

 

Best Actress – TV: Nomzamo Mbatha  (Isibaya)

 

Best Actor – TV:  Siyabonga Twala (Isibaya)

 

Best Supporting Actress – TV: Gcina Mkhize (Isibaya)

 

Best Supporting Actor – TV: Andile Mxakaza  (Isibaya)

 

Best Newcomer:  Linda Mtoba (Isibaya)

 

Best Student Film: Amandiya

 

Best Documentary Feature:  The Scar of Seven Day War

 

Best Documentary short: Durban Beach Rescue

 

Best use of KZN as a location:  Inkinga Isibongo

 

Best IsiZulu Film: Buchitheke Bugayiwe

 

Best Screenplay: Umfelokazi

 

Best Microbudget Film    Ikhaya Lami

 

Best Feature Film    Happiness is a Four-letter Word

 

Best Newcomer Actress (Film)    Ayanda Mngoma    Imbali ka Baba

 

Lifetime Achiever    Mikhail Peppers

Picture credit: Youth Village

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