Story Competition
Share your story with the world
Every story matters. We're building a library of original stories that teach, inspire, and celebrate African cultures and languages.
The Obuyisi bw'Omu Initiative invites writers, storytellers, teachers, parents, and community members to submit stories in indigenous languages or English. Help us preserve our languages while creating stories that empower and transform children across the world.
Submission deadlineTo be announced
Submit your story
Story levels
Write for one of three reading levels.
Level 1
Tiny Readers
- Simple vocabulary
- One clear lesson
- Short sentences
- Repetition encouraged
- Colourful imagination
Level 2
Growing Readers
- Clear beginning, middle and end
- Simple dialogue
- Positive values
- Easy to read independently
- Engaging characters
Level 3
Independent Readers
- Rich characters
- Interesting plot
- Cultural relevance
- Meaningful life lesson
- Complex themes
Story themes
- Kindness
- Friendship
- Education
- Culture
- Hope
- Wisdom
- Nature
- Community
- Respect
- Celebrations
Submission guidelines
- Original work: must be your own, not infringing on anyone's copyright
- Suitable content: appropriate for children, promotes positive values
- Include a title: clear, engaging title
- Author details: name and contact info (or anonymous)
- Language: English or any African indigenous language
- All welcome: writers, storytellers, teachers, parents, community members
Submit your story
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