Brief
Samsung Galaxy Content Creator Awards announce final nominees for Johannesburg ceremony
The shortlist includes brands and creators from South Africa, with tickets sold via Quicket.
By Felo News Desk · Published
The Samsung Galaxy Content Creator Awards have released their final nominee list ahead of the ceremony scheduled for Saturday, 17 October 2026, in Johannesburg, according to bizcommunity.com.
What happened
The awards recognise South African creators working in digital entertainment, brand partnerships and social media. Two categories are highlighted: the Excellence in Branded Content Award and the #CapturedWithGalaxy Award, which celebrates content made with Samsung Galaxy phones.
What the reports add
In the branded‑content shortlist, finalists are Ace Labs (Capitec Life Cover x Sihle Dembuza), Oliver Agency (Cleanipedia presents Bakhombise), WPP Media South Africa (Head and Shoulders #DramaFreeMzansi), WPP Media South Africa again (Gillette Venus The Last Bit of Summer), and You People (swiitchbeauty Seeing Double). The #CapturedWithGalaxy finalists are Baxbara, Bella Monsoon, Kaytee Shots, Sibo Mchunuu, and Yombusoo.
What was said
Cthandiwe Rae Hargreaves, head of marketing for Mobile Experience at Samsung South Africa, said the shortlisted reels “are truly inspiring” and showcase the creative possibilities of Samsung Galaxy technology. Manuela Dias de Deus, founder of the Content Creator Awards and One‑eyed Jack, said the finalists represent “exceptional talent, creativity and originality” in South Africa’s creator community.
How it came about
The awards, supported by partners such as Samsung Galaxy, BYD, Telkom and YouTube, aim to highlight the growing creator economy. Tickets are limited and can be purchased through Quicket. For more details, visit the Content Creator Awards website.
Key facts
- Final nominees for the Samsung Galaxy Content Creator Awards were announced on 12 Oct 2026. (bizcommunity.com)
- The ceremony will be held in Johannesburg on 17 Oct 2026. (bizcommunity.com)
- Two award categories are Excellence in Branded Content and #CapturedWithGalaxy. (bizcommunity.com)
- Cthandiwe Rae Hargreaves praised the shortlisted reels for their quality and originality. (bizcommunity.com)
- Manuela Dias de Deus highlighted the exceptional calibre of this year's work. (bizcommunity.com)
Sources
- [1] bizcommunity.com — originally reported as “Samsung Galaxy Content Creator Awards unveil final nominees”
