The night we have all been building towards is coming. On Saturday, September 26, 2026, the Jamhuri Africa Campus & TVET Awards Grand Gala will take place at Southfield Mall, Mombasa Road, Nairobi. Here is what you need to know before the big night.
Venue & Getting There
Southfield Mall is located on Mombasa Road — one of Nairobi's main arterial roads, easily accessible from all directions.
- Matatu — any Mombasa Road route stops near the mall.
- Boda boda / Taxi — search "Southfield Mall, Mombasa Road" on any ride-hailing app.
- Personal vehicle — ample parking available on site.
Schedule for the Night
- 6:00 PM — Doors open. Welcome reception and networking.
- 7:00 PM — Ceremony begins. Opening performances and remarks.
- 7:30 PM onwards — Awards presentation across all 10 award groups.
- 10:00 PM — After-party and closing performances.
- 11:00 PM — Event closes.
Dress Code
This is a gala night — dress accordingly. Smart formal or African formal attire is strongly encouraged. Think suits, evening gowns, or elegant African print. Let's make the room look as extraordinary as the talent we are celebrating.
Key Dates to Remember
- Nominations close: Before July 1, 2026
- Public voting: July 1 – August 1, 2026
- Grand Gala: September 26, 2026 — Southfield Mall, Nairobi
On the Night: Winners Sealed
By the time you walk through the doors on September 26, public voting will have closed (voting ends August 1). Results will have been tallied and sealed. You will be in the room for the live reveals — every announcement is a genuine surprise. No leaks. No spoilers. Just the moment when a nominee's name is called and their dedication is rewarded.