| 1st KZN Entertainment Awards | |
|---|---|
 Official poster | |
| Date | December 15, 2020 |
| Venue | Durban ICC [1] |
| Country | South Africa |
| Presented by | Somizi Mhlongo Pearl Thusi |
| Television/radio coverage | |
| Network | BET Africa |
| Related | Metro FM Awards |
The 1st KZN Entertainment Awards were held at Durban ICC, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa on December 15, 2020, were hosted by Somizi Mhlongo and Pearl Thusi, aired live on BET Africa. [2] [3] [4]
Below list is nominees and winners. Winners are listed first, highlighted in boldface, and indicated with a double dagger (
). [5] [6] [7]
Best Female Artist
| Best Male Artist
|
Best Actress
| Best Club DJ Male
|
Newest Find
| Best TV Presenter (Male)
|
Comedian of the Year
| Best Promoter
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Best Producer
| Event of the Year
|
Best Telenovela
| Best Entertainment Writer
|
KZN’S Most Loved Cousin
| Best TV Presenter (Female)
|
Coolest Hangout Spot
| Best Male Actor
|
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Somizi Mhlongo | Announcer for the 1st KZN Entertainment Awards |
| Pearl Thusi |
| Name(s) | Role | Performed |
|---|---|---|
| Sjava | Performers | "Ugogo" |
| Khuzani | Performer | "Ijele" |
In April 2021, it was announced that the organizers failed to pay the artist their prizes. [8]
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