The NAACP Image Awards have added 10 new categories for the 2027 show to recognize the achievements of African artists.
The organization seeks to celebrate the continent's growing influence across film, television and music.
Deon Cole at the 57th NAACP Image Awards held at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 28, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
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The NAACP Image Awards have added 10 new categories to recognize the achievements of African artists. Previously, there were no dedicated African categories. The new categories are:
Outstanding African album
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