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In a double triumph at the Africa Women's Awards, both Catherine Kamau, widely known as Kate Actress, and Vera Sidika emerged victorious in their respective categories.
Kate Actress clinched the coveted Actress of the Year title, facing stiff competition from nine other actresses predominantly from Nigeria.
Notably the sole Kenyan nominee in the category, Kate Actress expressed her joy and gratitude to fans for their steadfast support. She said, "Mmeamua ni wow! wow! wow! design ya ambulance all year, Thank you Fam."
The Actress of the Year category featured heavyweight contenders from Nollywood, including Ini Edo, Mercy Johnson, and Eve Esin.
Simultaneously, Vera Sidika secured the title of Celebrity Sensation of the Year, surpassing four Nigerian contenders. Vera took a moment to express her gratitude, stating, "We did it sweethearts celebrity sensation. Thanks to everyone that voted for me. Kenya on top."
The African Women's Awards, now in its fourth edition, is themed 'The Year of the Woman,' and serves as a platform to recognize and celebrate the exceptional accomplishments of African women across various sectors.
This year's awards spotlight the extraordinary contributions made by women in shaping the narrative of the African continent.
