Rabat: TECNO, in collaboration with TikTok Live and the Confederation of African Football (CAF), hosted the TECNO Glory Night Awards at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco, celebrating the creativity of Africa's top influencers. The event highlighted the power of TECNO's AI technology and its "Power Your Moment" campaign, which has inspired a wave of creative content from pan-African Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs).
According to African Press Organization, the event marked TECNO's new role as the Official Global Partner of AFCON, bringing together Africa's leading digital influencers to celebrate their creativity, authenticity, and cultural impact. Over twenty countries were represented by influencers, AFCON football legends, media partners, and TECNO executives, forming a unique assembly of talent and creative leadership.
During the ceremony, TECNO honored influencers with five major awards, each recognizing a different aspect of creative excellence. The Moment Excellence Award was given to influencers who best captured the emotional essence of "Power Your Moment" through compelling narratives. Winners included @ultimatekombo2 from Nigeria, @eng_makelele from Tanzania, and @hajar_arssalanee from Morocco.
The Moment King/Queen Award celebrated influencers with outstanding data performance and audience engagement. @liquorose_ from Nigeria, @MIMImimitiktok0101 from Ivory Coast, and @fallu_etsesvideos from Senegal were recognized for their ability to sustain high levels of interaction and influence.
The Creative Spark Award acknowledged influencers who pushed creative boundaries, transforming ordinary concepts into extraordinary experiences. Winners included @sagaba1 from Mali, @therealchiche from Kenya, and @brahimlogia from Morocco.
The Visual Master Award highlighted influencers with exceptional visual artistry. @ali_hustler from Egypt, @jennifrank29 from Nigeria, and @mayole_francine from Cameroon were recognized for their mastery in mobile photography and videography.
The TECNO Partner Award was presented to influencers like @ali_hustler from Egypt, @solo.md from Uganda, and @cheikhetaltesse from Senegal, who demonstrated a deep integration of TECNO's technology with creative content.
The TECNO Glory Night Awards not only celebrated individual achievements but also underscored TECNO's commitment to empowering Africa's creative ecosystem. By integrating its technology offerings with the cultural forces shaping African markets, TECNO aims to strengthen its association with AFCON and engage creators through emotionally resonant content.
As the event concluded, it embodied a sense of collective pride for the continent's creative momentum. The awards symbolized recognition and visibility for Africa's next generation of storytellers, who now carry their trophies as a testament to their growing role in shaping the digital narrative.
Complementing the awards, TECNO showcased an exclusive product experience zone. This included a 3D photo station featuring TECNO AI, which enhanced low-light performance and portrait optimization, providing KOLs with the opportunity to create shareable moments that captured the event's festive atmosphere.