The Click Awards 2026, Kenya’s platform recognising creator-entrepreneurs and the organisations powering the digital ecosystem, has officially announced its nominees and opened public voting.
Following a competitive nomination period that drew entries from across the digital landscape, the awards have shortlisted top creators, brands, agencies, and platforms shaping Kenya’s fast-growing creator economy.
Organized by technology company Teki, the awards are anchored on the theme “Building Scalable Creator Enterprises in a Regulated Digital Economy,” highlighting the shift from content creation to sustainable, revenue-generating digital businesses.
This year’s nominees reflect the diversity, innovation, and impact of Kenya’s digital landscape, which spans content creators, influencer-led brands, digital entrepreneurs, and the ecosystem players enabling their growth.
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“Releasing the nominees list is a major milestone for the Click Awards,” said Click Awards Director and Teki CEO, Mr. Martin Muli. “But more importantly, it highlights how far the creator economy has evolved. Today, influential creators are no longer just building audiences. They are transforming that influence into businesses that extend beyond social media, creating new revenue streams, building brands, and contributing meaningfully to the economy.”
Muli said this evolution has created an urgent need for stronger industry support systems.
“At the same time, we are seeing the rise of ecosystem builders such as platforms, agencies, service providers, and technology partners who are laying the rails and infrastructure that creators need to scale sustainably. Their role is critical in formalising and professionalising the industry,” he added.
He further called for increased innovation in the sector, encouraging the development of creator-specific products and solutions tailored to the unique needs of digital entrepreneurs.
“There is a clear opportunity for businesses and innovators to build tools, financial products, distribution systems, and services designed specifically for creators. Supporting creators requires not just visibility but also requires infrastructure that understands how they work and how they grow.”
The Nominees
The Click Awards 2026 nominees have been selected across two key divisions:
Sector Leadership Awards – Featuring standout creator-entrepreneurs across categories such as content, lifestyle, business, technology, and entertainment, etc.
Ecosystem Builders Awards – Recognising brands, agencies, platforms, and service providers driving growth and sustainability in the creator economy.
(See attached for full nominees list and various sub-categories)
Each nominee has undergone a rigorous evaluation process, including screening for originality, consistency, audience engagement, ecosystem support, and measurable impact.
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Public Voting Now Open
With the nominees now unveiled, public voting is officially open, giving Kenyans the chance to directly influence who takes home top honours.
Voting is available via web and mobile platforms, making it accessible to audiences across the country.
Organisers are encouraging fans, communities, and industry stakeholders to rally behind their favourite nominees and ensure their voices are heard.
“This is where the ecosystem comes full circle,” Muli added. “Voting is not just about recognition. It’s about backing creators who are building real businesses and supporting the ecosystem players who are enabling that growth. It further amplifies creator businesses and the infrastructure driving their growth”
Public participation in the voting process will play a key role in elevating deserving creators and brands, strengthening credibility, and accelerating the development of a more structured and sustainable creator economy.
With millions of Kenyans actively engaging on platforms such as YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and X, the influence of digital creators has never been more significant—and increasingly, more commercial.
The Click Awards aims to harness this momentum by creating a structured platform for recognition, industry development, and long-term growth.
After the public voting phase, winners will be announced at the Click Awards 2026 Gala Ceremony, set to take place on 14th May 2026 in Nairobi, bringing together creators, brands, partners, and industry leaders. These awards will coincide with the 3rd annual International Creator Day 2026.
The public is invited to review the nominees and cast their votes in support of their favourite creators and organisations.
“Every vote counts,” said Muli. “This is an opportunity to support creators who are building businesses and the ecosystem players who are making that growth possible.”
For the full nominees list, voting guidelines, and updates, follow https://vote.teki.co.ke/awards.
