Sillerman First Book Prize for African Poets 2026 /How to Submit ($1,000 + Publication)
The 2026 edition of the Sillerman First Book Prize for African Poets is currently open for submissions. This annual award
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Poetry contests
The Glenna Luschei Prize for African Poetry
The African Poetry Book Fund (APBF) invites submissions for the 2025 Glenna Luschei Prize for African Poetry.
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The Togetherness Poetry Challenge
Poets are invited to submit their work for the Togetherness Poetry Challenge 2025, exploring the theme “Decolonising Minds and Shared Identities.”
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Poetry Slam, Abuja: Winner Takes Home ₦500,000
Submit to the Poetry Slam Abuja 2025 to Win ₦500,000 The Art Place, in collaboration with Roving Heights,
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Rowayat’s Poetry Contest | How to Submit
Submit your best work to Rowayat’s Poetry Contest this August Rowayat, the magazine dedicated to amplifying voices of
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The Frederick Morgan Poetry Contest by The Hudson Review ($2000 + Publication)
Now Open: The Hudson Review’s 2025 Frederick Morgan Poetry Contest — No Entry Fee The Hudson Review is now accepting
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The ZODML Poetry Prize/ How to Apply (N500,000 + Award)
ZODML Poetry Prize 2025: “Seeds of Tomorrow” The Zaccheus Onumba Dibiaezue Memorial Libraries (ZODML) is now accepting entries for
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The Oxford Poetry Prize | How to Submit ($1000)
The Oxford Poetry Prize 2025 is officially open for entries from 1 May to 31 August 2025. Open to
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The Idumaese Alao Prize for Literature 2025 | How to Apply (₦100,000)
Deadline: May 10, 2025 | Prize: ₦100,000 The Idumaese Alao Foundation (IAF) invites entries for the 2025 Idumaese Alao
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