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Perceptions of feminism in Nigeria

Perceptions of feminism in Nigeria

Amarachukwu writes on the many misconceptions of the Feminism Movement in Nigeria.

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A woman’s reflective letter to herself

The fortunate wife

The fortunate wife

Short Story by Jedidah Johnson

While Journeying

While Journeying

Poem by Paul Chuks

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Perceptions of feminism in Nigeria

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Posts tagged Afritondo Short Story Prize

Parable

Parable

Are you a bot?

FictionDavina KawumaJune 22, 2024short story, Davina Kawuma, Afritondo Short Story PrizeComment

The Headhunter

The Headhunter

When the Black man ruled this land, things were very different. You see, me, I’m the brother of the wind; I am the altered destiny.’

FictionDesta HaileDecember 9, 2023Desta Haile, Afritondo Short Story Prize, Aliens, short story Comment

In conversation with Ani Kayode Somtochukwu, 2023 Afritondo Prize shortlist

In conversation with Ani Kayode Somtochukwu, 2023 Afritondo Prize shortlist

Ani Kayode Somtochukwu on his writing

Interview, Video, PodcastEditorApril 6, 2023Afritondo, Afritondo Short Story Prize, Afritondo ShortlistComment

Alex Kadiri: You don't need anybody's validation or permission. If you really want it, go for it.

Alex Kadiri: You don't need anybody's validation or permission. If you really want it, go for it.

A conversation with Alex Kadiri, 2023 Afritondo Short Story Prize shortlist

Video, Podcast, InterviewEditorApril 6, 2023Afritondo, Afritondo Short Story Prize, Afritondo Shortlist, AfricaComment

"If you have something to say, then say it and find a way to get your voice heard" – In conversation with Ayo Awoyungbo, 2023 Afritondo Prize shortlist

"If you have something to say, then say it and find a way to get your voice heard" – In conversation with Ayo Awoyungbo, 2023 Afritondo Prize shortlist

In this interview, Ayo Awoyungbo talks about writing, his writing process and getting shortlisted for the 2023 Afritondo Short Story Prize

Video, PodcastEditorApril 3, 2023Africa, Writing, Afritondo, Afritondo Short Story Prize

"To create something from nothing" – A conversation with Jenny Robson, 2023 Afritondo Shortlist

"To create something from nothing" – A conversation with Jenny Robson, 2023 Afritondo Shortlist

Jenny Robson was shortlisted for the 2023 Afritondo Short Story Prize. In this interview, she talks about writing and her short story, The Sister-in-law.

EssayEditorApril 1, 2023Afritondo, Afritondo Shortlist, Afritondo Short Story Prize, AfricaComment

"The titles of my stories come first"– In conversation with Enit'ayanfe Ayosojumi Akinsanya, 2023 Afritondo Prize shortlist

"The titles of my stories come first"– In conversation with Enit'ayanfe Ayosojumi Akinsanya, 2023 Afritondo Prize shortlist

Enit’Ayanfe Ayosojumi Akinsanya, shortlisted for the 2023 Afritondo Short Story Prize, talks about writing his story story, The Anatomy Of Flying Things

Video, Podcast, InterviewEditorMarch 25, 2023Africa, Afritondo, Afritondo Shortlist, Afritondo Short Story PrizeComment

Afritondo Short Story Prize Shortlist 2023

Afritondo Short Story Prize Shortlist 2023

The shortlist for the 2023 Afritondo Short Story Prize

EssayEditorMarch 11, 2023Afritondo Short Story PrizeComment

Good Help is Hard to Find

Good Help is Hard to Find

Winner of the Afritondo Short Story Prize 2020.

FictionJarred ThompsonJanuary 28, 2023short story, Afritondo Short Story Prize, Jarred ThompsonComment

I think stories are important, and I like that I have a voice - Raheem Omeiza

I think stories are important, and I like that I have a voice - Raheem Omeiza

Video, EssayEditorApril 8, 2022Afritondo Short Story Prize, Interview, Writing

"One thing I have learnt about trying to write fiction is to live with rejection" - Lynsey Ebony Chutel

"One thing I have learnt about trying to write fiction is to live with rejection" - Lynsey Ebony Chutel

Writing in South Africa, it sometimes feels impossible to escape race

VideoEditorApril 8, 2022Afritondo Short Story Prize, AfricaComment

"I think of the story for a while, and I sit down and write it all at once"

"I think of the story for a while, and I sit down and write it all at once"

Howard Meh-Buh Maximus on getting shortlisted for the 2022 Afritondo Short Story Prize and his writing career

Video, EssayEditorApril 6, 2022Howard Meh-Buh Maximus, Afritondo Short Story Prize, AfricaComment

You can tell amazing speculative stories while staying true to the world you live in - Somto Ihezue

You can tell amazing speculative stories while staying true to the world you live in - Somto Ihezue

Somto speaks about his writing and his shortlisted speculative fiction, A Girl is Blood, Spirit, & Fire, in this interview with Muna.

Video, MultimediaEditorApril 4, 2022Somto Ihezue, Afritondo Short Story Prize, AfricaComment

On writing: "There are no rules" — Sabah Carrim

On writing: "There are no rules" — Sabah Carrim

There are no rules, only conventions about what is good writing

Video, EssayEditorApril 2, 2022Afritondo Short Story Prize, InterviewComment

Video: The 2022 Shortlist advice to new and aspiring writers

Video: The 2022 Shortlist advice to new and aspiring writers

Our stories are worthy of being told

Multimedia, Video, EssayEditorMarch 30, 2022Video, Afritondo Short Story Prize, How to be a good writer, AfricaComment

Collector of Memories

Collector of Memories

Shortlisted for the 2021 Afritondo Short story Prize

FictionJoshua ChizomaAugust 8, 2021Afritondo Short Story Prize Comments

Desta Haile wins the Afritondo Prize 2021

Desta Haile wins the Afritondo Prize 2021

Desta’s winning story, Ethio-Cubano, is a collection of memories where Cuban and Ethiopian cultures collide.

EssayEditorMarch 29, 2021Afritondo Short Story PrizeComment

If you have a story, just keep trying to tell it - Faraaz Mahomed

If you have a story, just keep trying to tell it - Faraaz Mahomed

Advice to young writers: Don’t give up. It is not an easy pursuit.

Video, PodcastEditorMarch 24, 2021Faraaz Mahomed, Afritondo Short Story Prize, IdentityComment

Video: I'd like to encourage as many people to explore the narratives coming out of Africa - Rémy Ngamije

I try to create an internal literary festival with my writing - Rémy Ngamije

Podcast, VideoEditorMarch 22, 2021Rémy Ngamije, Afritondo Short Story PrizeComment

Video: Writing is hard, but it is worth it

Video: Writing is hard, but it is worth it

In this interview, Justin Clement talks about writing, his writing process, and Human Cities.

Video, PodcastEditorMarch 19, 2021Justin Clement, Afritondo Short Story Prize Comment