The Simon Mabhunu Sabela Film and Television Awards is an annual South African awards ceremony that recognises outstanding achievements and excellence within the South African film and television industry, with a special focus on KwaZulu-Natal.
[1] The awards were launched in 2013 in honour of the late TV and movie legend Simon Sabela [fr].
[2] The awards are an initiative of the Department of Economic Development Tourism and Environmental Affairs and are implemented by the KwaZulu-Natal Film Commission.
Other categories include best screenplay, best use of KZN locations, best documentary short and best student film.
[4] As per the committee guidelines, only citizens and permanent residents of South Africa who originate from the province of KwaZulu-Natal are eligible for a nomination.