Ani Kayode Somtochukwu on his writing

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

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

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.

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

As we celebrate International Women’s Day, we appreciate some of the amazing women we have worked with in the last few years. At Afritondo, we champion the works of African women and will continue to do so.

Dark. Too dark and different. In the night I might disappear completely and never return.

Some of the latest stories from across Africa

The shortlist is here

The three-storey building was a massive shining edifice with glass windows and colourful cloth decorations hanging at the entrance.

Should Nigerians be surprised by the government’s invasion of a courtroom and its disregard of a bail order?

Another day in the life of a Lagos hustler

MD Mbutoh writes a rejoinder to Michelle Tchokote’s article on Cameroon.

PhD Researcher Faith Tissa discusses the black hair movement and the implications of current societal perceptions on black hair

Michelle Tchokote speaks on Cameroon's anglophone crisis and the need for unity.

A heartbroken woman shares her new discovery with a long time friend.

Maybe, preferring coffee is the sign of an amazing work ethic and preferring tea, the sign of a perennial belly-scratcher.

Zimbabwean writer, William Tendai Masara, explores the theme of sexuality and rejection in his short story

The aroma assailed him even before he saw Mama Peju at her famous spot by the corner of the street, roasting corns with her charcoal fire.

Yes, I said I was fluent in inane not that I was very intelligent.