The third edition of the National Film & TV Awards South Africa 2025 returned to the Opera Theatre in Pretoria. The live broadcast on VooVix TV drew thousands of viewers. Host Samkelo kept the audience engaged with humor and charm.
Lifetime Achievement Honors Dr John Kani
During the ceremony, the jury presented the NFTA Lifetime Achievement Award 2025 to Dr John Kani. The legendary actor rose to the stage and received a standing ovation. In his speech, he thanked the awards and urged young actors to keep creating, keep believing, and keep striving.
Outstanding Contribution Awards Celebrate Industry Giants
Four icons also received Outstanding Contribution to Film & TV Awards. Leon Schuster, Alfred Ntombela, Sello Maake KaNcube, and Dr Jerry Mofokeng each accepted their honors. Their decades of work have shaped South African storytelling.
Highlights from the Winners List
Zenande Mfenyana won Best Actress in a TV Series for “Inimba”. Francois Jacobs earned Best Supporting Actor in a Film for “Khaki Fever”. Thandolwethu Zondi was named Best Newcomer for “GO!”. In the scripted category, “Shaka iLembe” took the top prize.
Londie London captured Best Female TV Personality for “The Real Housewives of Durban”. Devi Govender won Best TV Presenter for “The Devi Show”. Celeste Ntuli was crowned Best Comedian. The competition show “Big Brother Mzansi” earned Best Competition Show.
Wiseman Mncube and Zamani Mbatha received Outstanding Performance awards for their roles in “Shaka iLembe”. The feature film “The Heart is a Muscle” won Best Feature Film. Keenan Arrison took Best Actor in a Film for the same title.
Best Actress in a TV Series 2025 (Sponsored by Kryolan South Africa)
Zenande Mfenyana – Inimba (Season 1)
Best Supporting Actor in a Film 2025 (Sponsored by The African Penguin Guesthouse & Conference Centre)
Francois Jacobs — Khaki Fever
Best Newcomer 2025 (Sponsored by MondayRepublic.com)
Best Scripted TV Series 2025 (Sponsored by Dechavel Watches)
Best Female TV Personality 2025 (Sponsored by Rekorderlig Cider & Cape Brewing Company)
Best TV Presenter 2025 (Sponsored by Dechavel Watches)
Best Comedian 2025
Best Competition Show 2025 (Sponsored by 0861 Africa)
Best Entertainment Show 2025
Outstanding Performance 2025 (Sponsored by Mentos South Africa)Wiseman Mncube – Shaka iLembe (Season 2)
Zamani Mbatha – Shaka iLembe (Season 2)
Best Feature Film 2025 (Sponsored by REVIVE)
Best Producer 2025
Celebrity Personality of the Year 2025 (Sponsored by George & Manana Wines)
Best Production Company 2025 (Sponsored by Tempest Car Hire)
Best Television / Streaming Network 2025
Best Non-Scripted TV Series 2025
Best Documentary 2025
Best TV Drama Series 2025
Best Afrikaans TV Series 2025
Best Podcast 2025 (Sponsored by J’adore Collection)
Best Current News Program 2025
Best Actor in a TV Series 2025 (Sponsored by Château Gâteaux)
Best Supporting Actress in a Film 2025 (Sponsored by Native Child)
Best Actress in a Film 2025 (Sponsored by Kryolan South Africa)
Best Supporting Actress in a TV Series 2025 (Sponsored by Lola Lee Beauty)
Best Director 2025
Best Male TV Personality 2025
Best Supporting Actor in a TV Series 2025
Best Actor in a Film 2025
Best African International Film 2025
Sponsor Support Made the Night Possible
This year’s ceremony benefited from a strong sponsor roster. Kryolan South Africa, The African Penguin Guesthouse & Conference Centre, MondayRepublic.com, Dechavel Watches, Rekorderlig Cider, Cape Brewing Company, 0861 Africa, Mentos South Africa, and many others contributed. Their partnership helped raise production values to a world‑class level.
Why the National Film & TV Awards South Africa 2025 Matters
Each year, the National Film & TV Awards South Africa 2025 celebrates creativity across the nation’s screen landscape. By highlighting talent, the awards inspire new storytellers and reinforce cultural pride. Moreover, the event connects audiences with the people behind their favorite shows and films.
In summary, the 2025 edition delivered unforgettable moments, recognized legends, and lifted rising stars. Fans can look forward to the next ceremony, which will continue to champion South African excellence in film and television.
