Citizen Digital, Viusasa scoop top honours at Mobile App Awards 2026

Citizen Digital and Viusasa have once again stamped their authority as leaders in Kenya’s digital media space, emerging among the top winners at the 5th Edition of the Mobile App Awards held on April 2, 2026, under the theme: ‘Driving Kenya’s Digital Future Through Mobile App Excellence.’

Organised by Vibrant Digital Africa, the awards celebrate mobile applications that are transforming industries, enhancing user experience, and accelerating Kenya’s digital economy through innovation, performance, and measurable impact.

Citizen Digital clinched the ‘Best News Content App’ award, a nod to its ability to deliver timely, accessible, and engaging news to audiences on the move.

The recognition reinforces its continued commitment to keeping Kenyans informed in an increasingly fast-paced digital age.

Meanwhile, Viusasa was named ‘Best Entertainment and Streaming App,’ recognised for reshaping mobile entertainment through accessible local streaming and an immersive digital content experience.

The win underscores the platform’s growing influence in redefining how Kenyan audiences consume entertainment.

Other standout applications were also honoured across various sectors. Dial Delivery won the ‘Best Food Delivery App’ award for making food ordering more convenient, reliable, and accessible for everyday consumers.

Carrefour’s mobile platform took home the ‘Best E-commerce and Retail App’ award for delivering seamless and user-friendly shopping experiences.

The coveted ‘Mobile App of the Year’ award went to MySafaricom App, recognised for its outstanding user value, innovation, convenience, and overall excellence in mobile experience.

The Mobile App Awards evaluate nominees based on innovation, usability, impact, design, and relevance to the Kenyan mobile ecosystem; making these wins a strong testament to excellence across all these pillars.

Citizen Digital and Viusasa extended their gratitude to viewers and users whose continued support and trust have made this achievement possible.

Their engagement, feedback, and loyalty remain the driving force behind the platforms’ growth and evolution.