Category: Competition/Prizes

The Chizi Wigwe Prize for African Futurism is now open for applications! This exciting initiative is dedicated to supporting African creatives shaping the future of storytelling and innovation. The competition is open to African creatives, including artists, writers, filmmakers, and...

PodGround announces the PodGround Creator Micro-Grant, a $500 micro-grant for 2 independent podcasters with three years or less of experience. The grant aims to help podcasters overcome early-stage challenges and reduce podfade. Deadline: February 13th, 2026. Visit the link below...

The MUMBA International Film Festival is back, celebrating bold, diverse, and meaningful storytelling from around the world. This annual festival offers a platform for short films, documentaries, and features that challenge perspectives, inspire change, and showcase emerging talent. Filmmakers can...

RCLA is back for its 9th edition! The Lab is designed for independent African filmmakers with films in the rough cut stage—both fiction and documentary. Directors and editors are paired with experienced African and Pan-African story consultants to refine and...

Poetry Africa is now accepting entries for Round 2 of the Boardroom Slammers monthly competition, created for spoken word artists who want their work heard in a focused, supportive and competitive space. Theme: My Voice MattersPrize: R1,000 (one winner only)Deadline:...

Artists and arts organisations are invited to apply for the Kuonyesha Art Fund (2026–2027), a grant opportunity supporting creative projects with strong ideas and clear impact. There is no application fee, and all applications must be submitted online through the...

The AfroAnimation 6th Annual Short Animation Film Awards is now open for submissions! This is your chance to have your short animation showcased on a global stage, gain exposure to industry leaders, and compete for recognition and prizes. Submission Deadlines:Early...

The British Podcast Awards are here for the 10th Awards. Whether you are part of a major studio or a solo podcaster, there is a category for you, including the brand new ‘Best Host(s)’ category. Other categories include Entertainment, Wellbeing,...

The Ngalabi Short Film Festival is back for its 10th edition. Submissions for the 10th Edition of the Ngalabi Short Film Festival are here, open to all filmmakers from East Africa, Africa and the African diaspora. Deadline: Febuary 28th, 2026....

Project submissions for the 47th Durban FilmMart are now open! Showcase your feature films, documentaries, or series projects with Africans in one of the three key creative roles (writers, directors, and producers). Deadline: 27 February 2026. Apply now via the...