African creators are invited to join the Makifaa Lens on Africa Challenge 2025. Submit your best high-quality photos that capture the modern, diverse and dynamic spirit of Africa from street scenes and portraits to cultural traditions and innovation.
About Makifaa Lens on Africa Challenge
Africa’s image is too often confined to outdated clichés. This challenge aims to:
- Break stereotypes
- Empower African creators
- Add 10,000 new images that truly represent Africa
What they are looking for
Submit your best images in one of these categories:
- Portrait — Capture emotion and humanity (expressions, daily life moments)
- Street Photography — Showcase authentic urban life (street scenes, spontaneous interactions)
- Travel — Highlight the vibrancy of African cities (modern architecture, cityscapes)
- Culture & Traditions — Celebrate living heritage (festivals, crafts, dance)
- Food Photography — Spotlight Africa’s rich cuisine (traditional dishes, markets)
- Fashion — Illustrate creativity and modern style (fashion trends, lifestyle)
Benefits of Makifaa Lens on Africa Challenge
Prizes
Launch Bonus: $35 for the first 10 contributors with 100 approved images
Weekly Challenge: $50 to the contributor with the most approved images each week
Top 3 Finalists (over 3 months):
- 1st Place: $500
- 2nd Place: $350
- 3rd Place: $250
Every contributor benefits from:
- Increased visibility with brands, agencies, and NGOs
- Monetization of your work (40–60% commission, increasing with engagement)
- Cultural impact: redefine Africa’s visual narrative
Makifaa Lens on Africa Challenge Requirements
- This challenge is opened to African creators.
- You must own full rights to all submitted images
- Images must be high-quality, authentic, and not AI-generated
- Respect privacy and model release requirements
- No violent, sexual, or stereotypical content
Application Date and Process
- Create a contributor account on Makifaa by clicking on the link to the application website.
- Upload your images (minimum 3,000×2,000 px, JPG/PNG)
- Add a clear title, description, and relevant keywords
- Wait for approval (typically within 48 hours)
Need help? Contact them at [email protected] WhatsApp +228 7070 5077
Application Deadline
20 June, 2025
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