Welcome to the Assegai Awards 2026

All entries will be done completely online in just 3 easy steps and you can enter as many times as you want!

  1. Select an award category to enter for from one of the available options and click enter on the bottom right
  2. Sign in or register and follow along with the guided submission process.
  3. Once done click on cart, review your order and proceed with your desired payment method. You will receive an invoice via email on completion.
  4. (Dont worry if you make a mistake you can always go back and edit it later by visiting your profile)

Deadlines

Award Entries open: Monday, 06 April 2026
The last day for entries is midday Monday, 31 August 2026
The last day for student entries is midday Friday, 04 October 2024
Judging ends Thursday, 17 September 2026
Campaigns need to have run between 01 January 2025 and 01 August 2026

For direct queries send an email to info@assegaiawards.co.za
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Please use this as a guideline to completing your entry:

  • Strategy: 30% – Campaign context, objectives, high level strategy and tactics, media used, target audience.
  • Creativity: 30% - Big idea and implementation. Where relevant, include design elements and or links to further/other material, including audio-visual, that facilitates in showcasing the creative aspects of your campaign.
  • Return on Investment: 40% – Budget and results information.

Remember when completing your entry form do not place your name or agency branding on the form as all work is judged anonymously.