Kenyan Creators Take Centre Stage At The 2025 TikTok Africa Awards
Kenyan content creators are emerging as some of the most influential digital voices on the continent, and their strong presence at the 2025 TikTok Awards Sub-Saharan Africa marks a significant step forward for Kenya’s fast-growing creator economy.
From educators revolutionizing learning on TikTok to sports commentators shaping fan culture, Kenyan nominees are proving that the country’s creative talent is not only thriving, it’s leading.
At the centre of this is @englishwithclem, a standout educator who has earned two nominations, Creator of the Year and Education Creator of the Year affirming his continental influence. Surrounding him is a vibrant mix of Kenyan creators from @tunero_animations’ cultural wit and @boyz_makekii’s kitchen energy to climate advocacy from @anitasoina and sharp football storytelling from @boxtoboxregista, the breadth is undeniable. Even Kenyan-born or Kenyan-linked nominees outside the country highlight how far the nation’s creative impact reaches.
“Our annual awards are a moment for reflection and celebration where we build deeper relationships with the people who power the continent. At its core the TikTok awards celebrate the vibrant community who continue to inspire creativity, build community and spread joy on the platform while turning their passions into prosperous careers,” says Boniswa Sidwaba, the Head of Content Operations for Sub-Saharan Africa.
Here are the Kenyan Nominees at the 2025 TikTok Awards Sub-Saharan Africa
Creator of the Year
@englishwithclem (Nairobi, Kenya) – The educator making English accessible, engaging, and enjoyable for learners across Africa and beyond.
Rising Star of the Year
@tunero_animations (Nairobi, Kenya) – Blending humour, culture, and original storytelling through standout animations.
Food Creator of the Year
@boyz_makekii (Nairobi, Kenya) – Bringing Kenyan flavours, creativity, and kitchen energy to a global audience.
Education Creator of the Year
@roy.kanyi (Nairobi, Kenya) – Making learning relatable and fun through impactful educational content.
@englishwithclem (Nairobi, Kenya) – A double nominee widely celebrated for his practical, effective English lessons.
Social Impact Creator of the Year
@valerie_keter (Nairobi, Kenya) – Using her platform to champion community empowerment and youth voices.
@anitasoina (Nairobi, Kenya) – Driving climate action and environmental awareness through powerful storytelling.
Sports Creator of the Year
@boxtoboxregista (Nairobi, Kenya) – Delivering sharp football analysis and elevating Kenyan sports commentary.
@zozasportscast (Nairobi, Kenya) – Captivating audiences with dynamic sports storytelling and commentary.
Kenyan creators delivered a strong performance at last year’s TikTok Awards, winning across key categories and proving the country’s creative range. Eugene Kamara (@simpleyemi) took home Food Creator of the Year with his vibrant Kenyan-inspired recipes, while Caroline Ndwale Wambua (@makeover_by_ceecee) earned Runner-up for Beauty Creator of the Year for her clean, refreshing approach to beauty content. Comedy and cultural commentary also stood out through Erastus Ayieko Otieno (@flaqoraz), who won Entertainment Culture Creator of the Year, and in animation, Michael Githui Muthiga (@fatboykenya) secured Runner-up for Scripted Drama & Animation.
This year’s awards, taking place on 6 December 2025 in Johannesburg, honour the creators, artists, and innovators who have defined digital storytelling and entertainment across Sub-Saharan Africa.
Voting is open until 14 November 2025 (midnight EAT), giving fans across Kenya and beyond a chance to recognize and uplift these homegrown digital stars. You can cast one vote per category each day using this link.
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