The Hollywood & African Prestigious Awards (HAPAwards) are prestigious awards for achievements in the film and music industry, and the Honors are awards to recognize outstanding individuals whose professional careers have been marked by extraordinary personal and professional accomplishments. Honorees and winners are awarded the HAPA trophy.

​Actors, musicians, comedians, celebrities and world-renowned dignitaries have captured audiences for generations – transforming and challenging our understanding. They enable us to see ourselves in each other, celebrate our triumphs and illustrate our flaws while creating a space for the many narratives that reflect our rich, collective cultures and history together.