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Literary Prizes Open to African Writers

The Caine Prize for African Writing

Celebrating the richness and diversity of African writing by bringing it to a wider audience through a £10,000 prize.

Deadline: Jan 31, 2026Official Site →

Commonwealth Short Story Prize

Awarding the best piece of unpublished short fiction from the Commonwealth. Regional winners receive £2,500.

Deadline: Nov 1, 2025Official Site →

The Wole Soyinka Prize for Literature

Honoring the best literary work produced by an African. A prestigious biennial award.

Opens: Mar 2026Official Site →