Call for Applications: KESSA Young Panafrican Storytellers Program 2026

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About KESSA Young Panafrican Storytellers Program

A joint initiative of the UM6P Story School and the French-African Foundation, KESSA aims to support and elevate the talents who are shaping a modern, bold, and inspiring African narrative.

• Sponsor Organisation: KESSA

Benefits of KESSA Young Panafrican Storytellers Program

• Fix: Fix the creative voices that are shifting perspectives.

• Support: Support emerging talent through first-rate training.

• Connect Connect a pan-African community of creators, thinkers and storytellers.

• During an immersive week at the UM6P Story School campus, the 30 selected laureates will benefit from an environment where creativity, innovation, and storytelling come together.

KESSA Young Panafrican Storytellers Program Requirements

Candidates must :

• Be between 25 and 40 years old
• Have at least 5 years of experience in their field
• Demonstrate significant creative practice or narrative work
• Possess an active and engaged audience connected to Africa
• Contribute to a positive, structured, and transformative African narrative
• Show strong potential for impact

Application Date and Process

• Click on the link to the application website to apply.

Application Deadline

10 January, 2026

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