Ladi Kwali Poetry Prize 2025 – Winners Announcement

Event details

Northern Writers Forum will announce the winners of the inaugural Ladi Kwali Poetry Prize on Saturday, 23 May 2026. Supported in partnership with Bakandamiya, the evening celebrates artistic excellence and the remarkable voices shaping contemporary African poetry.

The winners announcement follows the longlist and shortlist stages of the prize. Join us as we celebrate the poets and works honoured in this inaugural edition.

Location:

Online

Dates:

May 23, 2026

Time:

4:30–5:30 PM

Price:

Free

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