Go wild at the DMA'S

December 05. 2025

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Go wild at the DMA'S
DMA Fest 2025
DMA Fest 2025
DMA Fest 2025
DMA Fest 2025
DMA Fest 2025
DMA Fest 2025
DMA Fest 2025
About us

Welcome to THE DMA

DMA is where marketing meets media brilliance – celebrating the most creative, culturally relevant and innovative ideas shaping content and storytelling. The DMA mission is to elevate creative excellence in East Africa by recognizing top talent, fostering industry collaboration, and driving creative innovation across the region. DMA is proud to partner with the Loeries to uphold world-class standards in awards governance and judging integrity. Now in its 9th year, DMA continues to champion creative excellence across East Africa 

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Agenda

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Official Opening Ceremony

  • Venue: The Inspiration Lounge
  • Keynote speeches from festival organizers and sponsors

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Panel Discussion - “Going WILD with Digital Ingenuity”

  • Venue: The Inspiration Lounge
  • Industry experts discuss innovations in digital marketing and content creation.

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Masterclass – “The Power of Love in Brand Storytelling”

  • The Inspiration Lounge
  • Workshop on creating emotional brand narratives that connect with audiences.

4:30 PM -
6:00 PM

Interactive Exhibitions

  • Venue: DMA FEST VILLAGE
  • Attendees explore digital tech installations, creative showcases, and demos from top brands.

6:00 PM -
8:00 PM:

Sunset Cruise Sundowner

  • Venue: Lake Naivasha Dock (Sawela Lodge)
  • A tranquil boat ride on Lake Naivasha with live acoustic music at sunset. (On request charged separately by hotel)

8:00 PM - 11:00 PM

WILD Welcome Party

  • Venue: Jungle Pavilion
  • Live DJ performances, dance, and entertainment officially kick off the festival.

9:00 AM -
9:45 AM

Breakfast Talks – “Navigating Love, Passion, and Challenges in Digital Media”

  • Venue: Innovation Café
  • Informal breakfast with creators and strategists discussing their journeys and how they maintain authenticity.

9:45 AM - 10:30 AM

Keynote – “WILD Innovation: Tech Meets Art”

  • Venue: The Inspiration Lounge
  • A keynote discussion on blending technology and artistry to push creative boundaries.

11:00 AM -
12:00 PM

Workshop – “Love and Loyalty: Building Digital Communities”

  • The Inspiration Lounge
  • A practical workshop on creating and growing engaged online communities.

12:00 PM -
1:00 PM

Panel Discussion – “Influencers in a WILD Digital Ecosystem”

  • Venue: The Inspiration Lounge
  • Insights into the evolving role of influencers in shaping digital ecosystems.

1:00 PM -
2:30 PM

Networking Lunch

  • Venue: DMA Village
  • Informal light lunch

2:30 PM -
5:30 PM

The Pitch (Inter Agency Competition)

  • Venue: Sawela Lodge Main Lawn
  • Sporting events: Basketball, Football, Water Polo, Board Games.

7:00 PM -
8:30PM

Main Event

  • DMA Ceremony
  • The highlight of the festival, celebrating digital media’s finest with special performances and award presentations.

8:30 PM -
LATE

DMA AFTER PARTY Welcome Party

  • Venue: Jungle Pavilion
  • Live DJ performances, Dance party under the stars with surprise musical, DJ’s and entertainment by the lake to officially kick off the festival.

8:00 AM -
9:00 AM

Morning Yoga Meditation by the Lake

  • Venue: Lake Naivasha Shore (Sawela Lodge)
  • A calming session to rejuvenate and center participants.

9:00 AM -
11:00 AM

Networking Brunch

  • Venue: Main stage
  • Final wrap up the festival, featuring more networking opportunities with creators and industry leaders.

Panels sessions:

“The Future of Digital Media in Africa”: A forward-looking discussion on growth opportunities in African digital media.

Creative Showcases: Displays of cutting-edge digital media work, animation, and marketing campaigns.

General Guidelines

DMA Awards

DMA is open to all corporates and individuals with a presence on the digital space in East Africa.

DMA Awards

DMA submissions must have been executed in the period between 1st AUGUST 2024 to 30th SEPTEMBER 2025.

DMA Awards

All submissions must have been executed on the digital space.

DMA Awards

Submissions are open from 28th JULY 2025 to 1st OCTOBER 2025 and can be done by anyone from the general public.

DMA Awards

All submissions MUST be on VIDEO, AUDIO or PDF  format. Any other submission format shall automatically be disqualified.

DMA Awards

DMA shortlists will be judged by a panel of jurors who will make final decision.

DMA Awards

Submissions will be charged at KES 20,000 or 150 USD per submission.

WHY ENTER

  • Promote your success among peers and to your client
  • Gain invaluable industry recognition
  • Increase your professional credibility
  • Professional development
  • Attract new talent
  • Industry leadership
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DMA Awards
Sponsors

Our Sponsors &
Partners

Go Gaga Experiential
Loeries
DTW

Why sponsor

  • Networking platform for agencies and brands
  • A platform for the agencies to spur conversations and challenge digital solutions
  • Establish and expand brand value and visibility in the digital space
  • Gain awareness on the available digital solutions
  • Opportunity to find new clients and develop long lasting partnerships
  • Exchange innovative ideas, concepts and techniques
  • Set standards in performance which will inspire others in the digital sector to work with enthusiasm
  • Recognition from established professionals
  • Gain invaluable industry recognition and leadership
  • Increase professional credibility
  • Award winners will stand out in the digital sector and attain a reputation of excellence building brand recognition
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