GQ South Africa marks their first ever ‘Man of the Year’ awards with three unique covers

Dr John Kani is one of three cover stars and the recipient of the GQ Men of the Year Lifetime Achievement Award – a first for the South African men’s magazine. He will feature alongside musician Nasty C and designer Tristan Du Plessis, who were among the winners at the inaugural GQ Men of the Year Awards ceremony.

The awards were held in association with Hennessy on Sunday night at The Houghton Hotel with the aim of celebrating people who have made a considerable mark in their respective fields. The event also served the purpose of marking GQ’s 20 years in South Africa.

“South Africans habitually dominate every field they touch. With that in mind, we thought the time was right to create a new celebration, right here at home, to honour the achievements of the men and women who define our culture today and who propel us forward,” said GQ’s first African editor, Nkosiyati Khumalo.

Other winners on the night include the likes of Siya Kolisi, Vusi Themebkwayo, Thembinkosi Lorch, and Lady Skollie.

Check out the full list of winners below:

• Musician of the Year: Nasty C
• Designer of the Year: Tristan Du Plessis
• Breakout Star of the Year: Thebe Magugu
• Athlete of the Year: Thembinkosi Lorch
• Humanitarian of the Year: Craig Wilkinson
• Influencer of the Year: Brent Lindeque of Good Things Guy
• Woman of the Year: Lady Skollie
• Business Leader of the Year: Vusi Thembekwayo
• Icon of the Year: Siya Kolisi
• Editor’s Special Award: Dr Mashudu Tshifularo
• Hennessy V.S.O.P Privilège Lifetime Achievement Award: Dr John Kani

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