Young creatives across Africa now have an opportunity to showcase their talent and contribute to building more peaceful and inclusive societies through the Creatives4Peace Online Innovation Challenge.
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The programme is inviting young Africans who use culture, creativity, and innovation to promote peace, social cohesion, dialogue, and inclusion in their communities. Applicants are encouraged to submit creative projects that demonstrate how artistic expression can help bridge divides, encourage tolerance, and inspire positive social change.
According to the organisers, selected participants will receive visibility and support for their work. They will also have the opportunity to showcase their projects at the Culture and Creative Industries Festival in Cameroon.
Who Can Apply?
The challenge is open to young African creatives working in different areas of the culture and creative industries. Applications are welcome from individuals whose projects can be shared digitally or online.
Eligible creative fields include:
Performing Arts – music, dance, theatre, spoken word, poetry, storytelling, short films, and other performance-based productions.
Gaming – mobile games, board games, video games, simulations, puzzles, interactive learning tools, and gamified experiences.
Digital Art – graphic design, animation, photography, videography, illustration, digital storytelling, and multimedia content.
Fashion – clothing design, textiles, accessories, costume design, sustainable fashion, and upcycling projects.
Craft and Artisan – handmade products, painting, jewellery, ceramics, weaving, woodworking, traditional crafts, and other artisan creations.
Benefits for Selected Candidates
Three outstanding candidates will be selected to present their work at the Culture and Creative Industries Forum in Cameroon in September 2026.
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) will cover flights and Daily Subsistence Allowance (DSA) for the selected participants.
Winners will also have the opportunity to pitch their projects to private sector partners for possible collaboration or investment. In addition, they will network with fellow young creatives from across Africa and the diaspora, gain wider visibility, and access opportunities that can help grow their creative work.
Application Deadline
Interested applicants are advised to submit their applications before the closing date.
The deadline for applications is 2 July 2026.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified applicants should complete the online application form through the following link https://forms.gle/niY74tL31YTLam259.
