By Ellen Banda- Aaku (on behalf of the Judging panel 2014 Writivism Short Story prize). It was a pleasure to read all the stories on the long list. The themes of the stories were varied however many reflected in different ways the realities of life in our societies. Spousal abuse; the apathy of civil servants; … More Announcement of the 2014 Writivism Short Story Prize Shortlist
The longlist for the 2014 Writivism Short Story Prize has been announced today (Thursday 15 May 2014). The longlist was selected from over 200 entries from 17 African countries by team of five judges chaired by Ellen Banda-Aaku. The other judges are Zukiswa Wanner, Abubakar Adam Ibrahim, Emmanuel Sigauke and Glaydah Namukasa. The 2014 longlist comprises: Day After Tomorrow … More Announcing the 2014 Writivism Short Story Prize Longlist
The Writivism Short Story Prize is the heart of the Writivism program. This year, the prize has opened up to the entire continent, and is currently receiving entries from emerging writers. To boost regional participation, there shall be regional prizes, besides the overall prize. This year, the panel of judges comprises of five accomplished writers … More The 2014 Writivism Short Story Prize Judges
The Writivism Poetry Love Featured Poem of the month of February 2014 is “I Had a Dream Last Night”, by Phakamani Khumalo and the Featured Reader Response is by Taremwa Suzie Kels. Congratulations to Taremwa from us at CACE. “I have never seen a poem this good”, Taremwa wrote. Renee Edwidge Dro added “Wow! Deep … More The February 2014 Poetry Love Featured Poem and Response
The Writivism Prizes 