Africa No Filter was created to replace negative, stereotypical depictions of Africa with a new narrative that spotlights the continent’s rich culture. The Kekere Storytellers Fund provides funding for artists, writers, and other content creators to produce new work that tells an alternative story about Africa.
Applications for $500 – $2,000 will be accepted through the end of 2023 or until 20 grantees have been chosen. Projects must be completed within 6 months of funding.
Eligibility
This grant is open to established storytellers who:
- Are African, living anywhere in the world
- Are under 35 years old
- Are able to create work in English or French
- Have at least two years of relevant experience
- Have a record of producing innovative work that challenges stereotypes about their region or Africa as a whole
- Have at least 5,000 total followers across Twitter, Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube
Collectives and media organizations are eligible, but the application must be submitted by a single person who will be responsible for project.
Content Types
The work produced through this grant may fall under many content types, including:
- Journalism
- Blogging/Vlogging
- Podcasting
- Fiction writing
- Non-fiction writing
- Photography
- Poetry
- Music
- Dance
- Painting
- Sculpture
- Animation
- Illustration
Filmmaking is not eligible and grant funds may not be used to purchase equipment.
