Saturday, 7 March 2026

5th Annual Sasma Awards Nominee Announcement Luncheon- Celebrating The Creator Economy

The South African Social Media Awards (SASMA) is thrilled to announce the 2025 Nominees on Friday, 15 August 2025 at Tempo, Sandton.

This exclusive luncheon unveiled the official nominees for SASMA’s 5th annual awards, bringing together South Africa’s top influencers, content creators, brands, agencies, and media houses. Following the announcement, public voting will officially open, allowing audiences nationwide to support their favourite nominees. Fans are encouraged to visit www.sasma.co.za to cast their votes for their favourite influencer or content creators. The cost per vote is R2.50. The event also showcased SASMA’s expanded 2025 programme, including:

  • Pre-Awards Networking Brunch – a platform for industry leaders and digital creatives to connect.
  • Red Carpet Live Stream & Branding – taking the glamour of SASMA to online audiences nationwide.

SASMA continues to be the country’s most prestigious platform dedicated to recognising excellence in the social media and digital influencer space. Each year, the awards shine a light on individuals, brands, and groups that shape the future of digital content creation and community engagement. The event organizer is thankful to the brands and partners who make this event possible, these are MKIVA Accountants & Auditors, UrbanSense App, BlueCloud AI, Mbono Group, Celebrity Drive SA and Mmakola Foundation.

“The SASMAs were created to celebrate and empower the talent driving South Africa’s creator economy. This year, we’re raising the bar to make the experience even more valuable for both creators and our partners,” says Weza Matomane, SASMA Ambassador.

The luncheon featured high-profile speakers, live entertainment, and networking opportunities, offering media and industry professionals unique access to South Africa’s digital elite.

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