Kenya’s premier marketing awards, the MSK Annual Awards Gala, are fast approaching! With an official launch on 9 October at Mövenpick Hotel, Nairobi, MSK has extended the submission deadline to 4 November 2024—giving marketers, agencies, and corporates a final opportunity to submit their best work for a chance to be recognized among Kenya’s top marketing achievements. The Awards Gala will culminate in a grand celebration on 29 November 2024 at Mövenpick Hotel, Nairobi.
A Tradition of Marketing Excellence
For over three decades, the MSK Annual Awards Gala has been a flagship event celebrating the most innovative and impactful contributions to Kenya’s marketing landscape. What began as an intimate gathering has evolved into a major industry event, attracting top marketers, brand leaders, agencies, and companies from across the country. The Awards Gala recognizes exceptional campaigns, projects, and professionals who push the boundaries of creativity and contribute to advancing Kenya’s marketing sector.
2024 Theme: “Exploring New Frontiers”
This year’s theme, “Exploring New Frontiers,” calls on marketers to rethink traditional strategies, embracing innovation, data-driven approaches, and bold new possibilities. Speaking at the event’s launch, the MSK Chairperson emphasized the importance of this theme:
“We’re inviting marketers to challenge the status quo and reimagine how they connect with consumers, leverage technology, and build purpose-driven brands. ‘Exploring New Frontiers’ is about creating meaningful engagement and sustainable impact in ways we haven’t seen before.”
Invitation to Submit Entries
MSK is inviting marketers across Kenya to submit their most outstanding campaigns, projects, and innovations. Submissions will be evaluated on creativity, effectiveness, and the ability to drive tangible business results. Entries are welcome in multiple categories, including Digital Marketing, Integrated Campaigns, Brand Activations, Social Impact Marketing, and more.
Categories for 2024
- Brand Communication Campaign of the Year
- Marketing Campaign of the Year
- Marketer of the Year
- Rising Star of the Year
- Product Launch Campaign of the Year
- Product Re-Launch of the Year
- B2B Marketing Strategy
- Experiential Marketing Campaign
- Influencer Marketing Campaign
- Sustainability Marketing
- Marketing Mavericks
- Distribution and Implementation Strategy
- Marketing Students Award
- Media Innovation (Agency Only)
- Media Innovation (Media Houses Only)
- Integrated Marketing Campaign
- Brand PR Campaign
- Digital Campaign
- Public Sector Marketing
- Data and Insight-Driven Marketing
- Emerging Technology in Marketing Campaign
- Purpose-Driven Marketing Campaign
New Categories:
- Rising Star of the Year Award
- Data and Insight-Driven Marketing
- Emerging Technology in Marketing Campaign
- Purpose-Driven Marketing Campaign
Join Us to Celebrate Kenya’s Marketing Visionaries
This year’s Awards Gala promises an unforgettable evening of glamour and recognition, where Kenya’s marketing innovators, strategists, and pioneers will come together to celebrate excellence. Winning an MSK Award is a mark of distinction, inspiring industry peers and raising standards for the marketing profession.
Key Dates and Contact Information
- Submission Deadline: 4 November 2024
- Awards Gala Event: 29 November 2024 at Mövenpick Hotel, Nairobi
For further information on entry guidelines, please visit www.msk.co.ke or contact the MSK Secretariat at events@msk.co.ke.
