Borderless Africa Feminist Writing Fellowship 2026

The Borderless Africa Feminist Writing Fellowship 2026 invites emerging and established feminist writers, journalists, researchers, storytellers, poets, creatives, and movement builders across Africa to strengthen their writing skills, receive mentorship, and develop publication-ready work. The fellowship explores narrative sovereignty, knowledge justice, and feminist futures, with a focus on issues around borders, migration, citizenship, identity, and belonging. Fellows engage in writing projects, expert-led learning sessions, and editorial support, with opportunities for publication and network expansion across Africa.

Two-Day In-Person Writing Retreat; Expert-Led Learning Sessions; Professional Mentorship; Editorial Support; Publication Opportunities; Access to a Pan-African Network.

Applications are welcome from individuals across Africa, including journalists, bloggers, poets, creative writers, community storytellers, and human rights defenders.