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Sheer Publishing Africa Clients Celebrated in 2024 SAFTA Nominations

Sep 10, 2024

Johannesburg, 05 September 2024 — The nominations for the 18th Annual South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs18) have been revealed, and we’re excited to acknowledge several Sheer Publishing Africa clients who have been recognised for their exceptional contributions to the local film and television industry.

The SAFTAs, well-known for celebrating excellence in South African film and television, have once again honoured the incredible talent behind some of the country’s most remarkable productions. We are incredibly proud of the Sheer Publishing Africa composers whose work has been highlighted this year.

Best Achievement in Original Music/Score – TV Drama

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Dam S2Brendan Jury
Lioness
Lioness S2Brendan Jury
Shaka iLembe
Shaka IlembePhilip Miller

Best Achievement in Original Music/Score – Telenovela

1802 Love Defies Time
1802 – Love Defies TimeModiakgotla Kubu Katile Shole
Isitha
IsithaMandla Ngcongwane & Johnross Jamela Vuma
Outlaws
OutlawsBrendan Jury
The River
The RiverBrendan Jury

Best Achievement in an Original Song – Telenovela

The River
The RiverBrendan Jury
In addition, several productions featuring our clients’ scores have been nominated for top honours:

Best Telenovela

Gqeberha The Empire
Gqeberha: The EmpireBrendan Jury
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House of ZwidePhilip Miller
Outlaws
OutlawsBrendan Jury

Best TV Drama

Shaka iLembe
Shaka IlembePhilip Miller
Lioness
Lioness S2Brendan Jury
These nominations reflect the remarkable talent and artistry of the composers we’re proud to represent. We extend our congratulations to each of them for their well-deserved recognition and look forward to cheering them on at the 2024 SAFTAs.

For more details on the 18th Annual SAFTAs and the full list of nominees, visit the official SAFTAs website.

Catch the awards show live on 26 October 2024 on Mzansi Magic (Channel 161) and S3!