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The Iskanchi Book Prize

Deadline: April 21, 2025

$1,000 and book publication

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Sprinng Writing Fellowship 2025

Deadline: April 15, 2025

Anthology Publication+ Mentorship + 1-Year MasterClass Membership

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The Pulitzer Center Underreported African Stories Grant

Deadline: Apr 27 2025 – Jun 07 2025

The Pulitzer Center is seeking proposals from journalists worldwide to advance wide-reaching and relevant journalism on issues impacting communities in Africa

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The Female Voices Short Film Fund 2025

Deadline: June 30, 2025

With a financial grant of $10,000 and a direct pitching opportunity to a development deal with one of the UK’s largest Independent finance and production companies, Goldfinch.

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African Women In Photography X The End Fund 2025

Deadline: April 30, 2025

 $10,000 + Mentorship

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Anna Awards 2025

Deadline: June 27, 2024

Women-identifying artists from Africa

  • First Prize: R100,000 cash prize

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 The Toyin Falola prize 2025

Deadline: April 15, 2025

As every other writing opportunity,  The Toyin Falola prize 2025 holds on to histories and stories that shape their vision.

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The Purorrelato Micro-Story Contest 2025

Deadline: April 16, 2025

  • First award: 750 euros
  • Second award: 375 euros
  • Third award: 225 euros

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Ripples Center For Data And Investigative Journalism Africa Fund

Deadline: April 26, 2025

The RCDIJ Africa Fund has a ceiling of $10,000. Approved sum for each project ranges from under $1,000 to $10,000

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Lọúnlọún: Call for Illustrators
 
Deadline: January 31, 2026
 
The Writing Room is a learning platform for aspiring African writers.

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The Royal Society of Literature (RSL) 

Deadline: April 27, 2025

We are seeking recommendations of writers of diverse literary forms, including writers of drama, fiction, graphic fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and screenplays.

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The the Andrée Blouin Prize 2025

Deadline: April 30, 2024

The winner of the Andrée Blouin Prize will receive an advance of $2000 and a publishing contract with Inkani Books.

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Bridport Prize 2025

Deadline: May 31, 2025

There is a £20k prize fund split between the categories. 

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The International Audio Drama Competition 2026

Deadline: June 4, 2025

 $500 stipend, travel cost worth up to $600, access to the library’s resources, an accommodation and participant must be 21 years above with a valid passport.

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Goethe Zentrum Kampala’s Open Call for Proposals

Deadline: May 02, 2025

The Goethe-Zentrum Kampala/Ugandan German Cultural Society’ (GZK/UGCS) invites different creatives to submit their proposals on diverse projects that are unique and  promotes the cultural scene in the Ugandan community

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Wasafiri – Fiction, Life Writing, and Poetry: Open Call

Deadline: November 22, 2024.

With least payment of 50-150 Euro

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Boundless Indigenous Writer’s Workshop

Deadline: November 25, 2024

The mentorship is awarded annually to an unpublished Indigenous writer who has made substantial progress on a work of fiction or non-fiction.

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Applications for 2025 NACN Bursaries in Arts, Culture and Creative Fields Now Open
 

Deadline: November 26, 2024.

These bursaries are available for both undergraduate and postgraduate studies in various arts, cultural, and creative fields.

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The Safal Kiswahili African Literature Prize.

Deadline: July 2025

Total prizes of $15,000 will be awarded as follows: the first-place winner in the novel and poetry categories will each receive $5,000; and the second-place winners in the novel or poetry categories, or any other category, will receive $2,500 each.

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Open Call for Submissions: Visual Art Exhibition on Reparations

Deadline: November 30th, 2024.

THERE IS NO PARTICIPATION FEE. All submissions are eligible for exhibition in The Artiverse (Virtual) Gallery.

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Sundog Lite: Call for Submissions

Deadline: December 1, 2024

Sundog Lit is serious about representing the literary scene and supporting diverse and underrepresented voices. We want to hear from women, people of color, queer and trans writers. we will be able to offer our contributors a small payment of $50 upon publication.

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Offing Mag Open Call

Deadline: December 16,  2024

open to submissions of up to 5000 words in English for their ‘Insight’ call! Upon publication, contributors will be paid a $25–$100 fee, depending on

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Afritondo Short Story Prize 2025 

Deadline: December 23,  2024

The Afritondo Short Story Prize is open to all black and white african writers worldwide. Stories must be written in English and between 3,000 to 5,000 words.

 

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Poetry Journal Call for Submission 

Deadline: December 30, 2024

PJ 2025 Prizes

  • Winner: ₦300,000
  • Second place: ₦150,00
  • Third place: ₦75,000

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Transition Magazine Rolling Transmission

Deadline: December 31, 2024

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Prism International Rolling Submisions

Deadline: December 31, 2024

We purchase first North American serial rights and pay $40 per printed page for prose and $45 per printed page for poetry. Contributors also receive two copies of the issue in which their work appears.

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The Caribbean Writer

Deadline: 31 December 2024

The Caribbean Writer: Possibilities – Beyond Traditional, Inside of Courage.

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Are you a writer, journalist, or artist looking for exciting opportunities? Look no further than our collection of grants and competitions! From the Deutsche Welle Multimedia Journalists Programme to the LOATAD Black Atlantic Residency, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss out on the chance to win awards and prizes, travel the world, and hone your craft. Whether you’re interested in African research, Caribbean literature, or feminist curatorial work, we’ve got you covered. Take a closer look and find out how you can apply for these amazing opportunities today!

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Calling all writers and creatives!” Discover a world of literary opportunities with our curated list of contests and submissions. Whether you’re a budding poet or aspiring author, there’s something for everyone. Compete for cash prizes and mentoring programs, or simply showcase your work in a respected literary journal. From Africa to the Caribbean, we’ve gathered the latest submission deadlines from renowned organizations. Don’t miss out on your chance to join a community of passionate writers pushing boundaries in the industry. Click through to learn more about each opportunity and submit your masterpiece today!

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Looking for a creative outlet or an opportunity to showcase your talents? Check out the variety of calls and contests open for submissions in the upcoming months. From writing workshops and literary prizes to photography competitions and international collaboration grants, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re a student, a young writer seeking recognition, or an established artist looking for new opportunities, these calls offer a chance to connect with like-minded individuals and showcase your skills on a global stage. Don’t miss the chance to make your mark and take your talents to the next level.