The Royalty Soapies Awards took place at The Galleria, M1Place, 10 Eastern Service Kramerville in Johannesburg.  The River won five awards and Gomora scored three awards. Actress, founder and CEO of the awards Winnie Ntshaba says, "We are proud to celebrate the diverse calibre of nominations from across the continent. Our strategic collaboration with South African Tourism is significant as it buoys our local talent and elevates them on the international stage. The soapies are filmed locally showcasing South Africa’s beautiful landscapes, infrastructure, and talent.” See the Full List of Winners below: Outstanding Female Villain - Deirdre Wolhuter from 7 de Laan Outstanding Male Villain - Jack Devnarai from Imbewu Outstanding Lead Actress - Katlego Danke from Gomora Outstanding Lead Actor - Vusi Kunene from HOZ (House of Zwide) Outstanding Daily TV Drama - Binnelanders from Binnelanders Outstanding Newcomer - Vuyo Biyela- The River Outstanding Young Performer - Karabo Magongwa- House of Zwide Outstanding Onscreen Couple - Hlomla Dandala and Sindi Dlathu- The River Outstanding Supporting Actor - Zenzelisphesihle SparkyXulu- The Estate Outstanding Supporting Actress - Lunathi Mampofu- The River Most Popular Show - 7 De laan Viewer's Choice: Best Actor - Thabiso Molokomme asPaxton Kgomo- Skeem Saam Viewer's Choice: Best Actress - Lunathi Mampofu as Emma -The River Social Cohesion - Diepcity S2 Lifetime Achievement Award - Connie Chiume- Gomora Most Watched Show - Uzalo Trailblazer Award - Mfundi Vundla - Generations the Legacy Outstanding Makeup & Hair Styling - The Estate Outstanding Wardrobe - House of Zwide Outstanding Writing Team - Diepcity S2 Outstanding Editing Team - Gomora Outstanding Sound Mixing & Editing - House of Zwide Outstanding Lighting Direction - The Black Door - TheBlack Door Outstanding Cinematography - Imbewu Outstanding Directing Team - The River Outstanding Art Direction - uBettina Wethu Season 2- uBettina Wethu Season 2 Outstanding Casting -  Gomora