Ngoma Awards

05/09/2026

🇿🇲 THE STAGE IS SET FOR NGOMA AWARDS 2026!

Zambia’s most prestigious platform for recognising and celebrating artistic excellence is back.

The Ngoma Awards 2026 will once again bring together exceptional creatives, artists and cultural practitioners from across the country to celebrate the power, diversity and impact of Zambian creativity.

From music and film to visual arts, dance, theatre, literature and other creative disciplines, the NGOMA Awards continue to recognise individuals and institutions whose work is shaping Zambia’s cultural and creative landscape.

This is more than an awards ceremony.

It is a celebration of talent.
A recognition of excellence.
A platform for national pride.
And a reminder that Zambia’s creative industry has a powerful story to tell.

The journey to NGOMA Awards 2026 has begun.

Will your name be among those recognised?

Stay connected for official announcements, guidelines, entry information and important updates.

NGOMA AWARDS 2026

Celebrating Artistic Excellence. Honoring Creativity. Inspiring Generations.

DATE: 10 DECEMBER, 2026
TIME: 18:00 CAT
VENUE: CIELA RESORTS & SPA (BONANZA RESORTS)

03/09/2026

IMPORTANT INFO

QUALIFICATIONS #2 Ngoma Awards

03/09/2026

NGOMA AWARDS 2026 CATEGORY ENTRY EXPLAINER

HOW TO ENTER

STEP 1: CHECK YOUR ELIGIBILITY
Read the official NGOMA Awards 2026 Guidelines and confirm that you and your work meet the requirements.

STEP 2: CHOOSE YOUR CATEGORY
Identify the appropriate Music Category that best represents your entry.

STEP 3: PREPARE YOUR SUBMISSION
Ensure all required information, supporting materials and documentation are ready before submission.

STEP 4: COMPLETE THE ENTRY PROCESS
Submit your entry through the official NGOMA Awards entry platform or designated submission channel.

IMPORTANT TO NOTE

• Entries must meet the eligibility criteria outlined in the official guidelines.
• Submit your work in the correct category.
• Incomplete or incorrectly submitted entries may not be considered.
• Applicants are encouraged to carefully read and understand all entry requirements before submitting.

YOUR TALENT DESERVES RECOGNITION.
ENTER. COMPETE. BE RECOGNISED.

02/09/2026

Ngoma Awards 2026

CALL FOR ENTRIES — MUSIC CATEGORY

THE NATION’S STAGE. YOUR MUSIC. YOUR MOMENT.

The National Arts Council of Zambia invites Zambian musicians, music practitioners, groups and eligible artistic works to submit entries for the 2026 Ngoma Awards – Music Category.

🎵 MUSIC CATEGORY
Celebrate your creativity.
Showcase your excellence.
Compete for Zambia’s prestigious national artistic honour.

ARE YOU ELIGIBLE?
If your musical work meets the official 2026 Ngoma Awards eligibility requirements, this is your opportunity to put your work forward for national recognition.

SUBMIT YOUR ENTRY

CALL FOR ENTRIES NOW OPEN

📌 Read the official guidelines before submitting.
📌 Submit only eligible works.
📌 No shortcuts. No interference. Excellence decides.

NGOMA AWARDS 2026
Recognising Artistic Excellence. Celebrating Zambian Talent.

NATIONAL ARTS COUNCIL OF ZAMBIA

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