The 15th edition of Canal 2'Or, one of Cameroon's most prestigious cultural and entertainment award ceremonies, was held on October 31, 2026. The event, created by Canal 2 International in 2004, was themed "African Royalty" and was graced by the presence of First Lady Chantal Biya. The ceremony recognized the creativity and originality of Cameroonian artists, with a total of 21 categories featuring 108 nominees.
The jury, composed of five members, and the general public, who accounted for 50% of the total votes, selected the winners. The most prestigious trophy, Artist of the Year, was handed out in two categories: male and female. Kocee emerged as the winner in the male category, beating 11 other nominees, while Sandrine Nnanga took the top spot in the female category, out of 10 nominees. The winners were overjoyed, with visible tears of happiness and emotional displays.
First Lady Chantal Biya congratulated each of the winners, handing over their prizes. Prior to the ceremony, she was awarded a special prize in recognition of her humanitarian activities in various domains. The organising committee of Canal 2'Or also honoured four legends in the culture and entertainment industry: Eko Roosevelt, Salomon Tamfo, Douleur, and Tayc.
Other categories recognised at the ceremony included Best Digital Music, which was won by Bad Nova for his song "Hala Madrid", generating 183.3 million views. Cysoul was crowned Male Afro-Urban Artist of Cameroon, while Sabrina took the top spot in the female category. Indira was recognised as the Gospel Music Artist, and Moustik Karismatik won Best Digital Performance.
The President of the organising committee of Canal 2'Or, Collette Chatue, made a statement prior to the ceremony. The event was attended by several personalities, showcasing the richness and diversity of Cameroonian artistic talent. The ceremony was a celebration of the country's vibrant cultural scene.
The Canal 2'Or award ceremony has become a significant event in Cameroon's cultural calendar, promoting and recognising local artistic talent. The 15th edition demonstrated the continued growth and evolution of the country's entertainment industry. The event was a testament to the creativity and originality of Cameroonian artists.
The winners of the 15th edition of Canal 2'Or will likely go on to receive further recognition and accolades, both locally and internationally. The ceremony has provided a platform for Cameroonian artists to showcase their talents and gain exposure. The impact of the event will be felt throughout the country's cultural and entertainment sectors.
Key points
- The 15th edition of Canal 2'Or was themed "African Royalty" and recognised 108 nominees across 21 categories.
- Kocee and Sandrine Nnanga emerged as the winners of the Artist of the Year awards in the male and female categories, respectively.
- The ceremony was attended by First Lady Chantal Biya, who was also awarded a special prize for her humanitarian activities.
