We are delighted to invite you to the announcement of the winner of the 2025 Afritondo Short Story Prize. This year’s shortlist features five remarkable writers whose stories respond to the theme of “masks” with originality, depth, and emotional resonance.
Our judges have praised the shortlist for its exceptional mastery of language and craft, reflecting the vibrant diversity and creativity of African and diaspora storytelling today. The winning story will be revealed on May 9, 2025, and all longlisted stories will be published in our forthcoming anthology.
Celebrate with us as we honour these outstanding voices and discover which story will take the grand prize.
Event Details:
📅 Friday, 8 May 2025
🕕 6 PM (BST)
🌐 Online (Zoom)
You can read about the writers on the 2025 longlist here.