Celebrating the Best in African Speculative Fiction
Covering science fiction, fantasy, stories of magic and traditional belief, alternative histories,
horror and strange stuff that might not fit in anywhere else.
Celebrating African Speculative Fiction
2025
NOMMO AWARDS SHORTLIST
Novels, Novellas, Graphic Novels and Short Stories
2024 Nommo Awards
The 7th Nommo Awards 2024 ceremony took place at Glasgow 2024 – the 82nd World Science Fiction Convention (Worldcon) and presented by some of the most exciting African writers.
Science fiction is important because it looks ahead to African futures. Fantasy and fiction based on traditional tales are important because they link us back to our forebears. Both are important for African development. I wanted to make sure that the explosion of African science fiction gets the recognition it deserves.
TOM ILUBE CBE
Our Partners
Thank you to our supportive community and partners.
The African Speculative Fiction Society (ASFS) works for the benefit of writers, artists, editors, publishers, and illustrators of African speculative fiction across the continent and diaspora. We champion African storytelling, strengthen representation, and build a vibrant community that connects creators, researchers, and audiences.
Community Building, Advocacy
and Representation
Active and engaged member community with access to opportunities and events ensuring they are represented at major festivals, conventions, and community spaces.
The Nommo Awards and Recognition
Celebrating excellence to promote a richer, more inclusive landscape that acknowledges Africa as a vital and innovative contributor to the global speculative canon.
Partnerships and Collaborations
Expanding partnerships with cultural, educational, and scientific organisations globally, building on initiatives to create new opportunities for African creators.
Development and Skill-Building
Targeted education programmes on the business of writing and opportunities to learn from award-winning authors, editors, and illustrators.
Furthering Publishing in Africa
Support and advocate for the growth of professional and sustainable publishing infrastructure, and digital innovation across the African continent.
Archiving and Knowledge-Sharing
Maintain a comprehensive database of African speculative fiction works that is a freely accessible to promote African speculative fiction.
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