FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

▼ What types of writings can I submit?
You can submit a variety of writings, including fiction, poetry, essays, and personal reflections that celebrate African culture and identity. We encourage creativity and originality in all submissions, allowing young writers to express their unique perspectives and experiences.

Authenticity Matters: While we recognise that AI may assist with general research, idea generation, and planning, submitted stories must be the student’s own original work. Final pieces should reflect the young writer’s unique voice and creativity. Stories that are AI-generated or plagiarised will not be eligible for publication.

▼ How do I submit my child’s story?
To submit your child’s story, please visit our submissions page where you will find detailed guidelines. Ensure that the story follows our themes, word limits, and originality standards, then complete the submission form provided. We look forward to reading and celebrating their work!

▼ Is there an age limit for submissions?
Yes, we welcome submissions from young authors aged 8 to 17 years. This initiative aims to nurture and support the creative expression of children and teenagers, providing them with a safe platform to share their stories and ideas.

▼ Can I submit work that has been published elsewhere?
No, we only accept original, unpublished work to ensure that each story featured on AfroImagine is unique to our platform and represents the authentic voice of the author.

▼ What happens after I submit a story?
After submission, our team will review the story for originality and adherence to our guidelines, including our Authenticity Matters policy. If selected, the story will be published on our platform, and the author will be notified via email. We aim to provide constructive feedback to all submissions.

▼ Can I submit multiple stories?
Yes, you can submit multiple stories, but please ensure each submission is unique and follows our guidelines. We encourage young writers to explore different themes and styles to showcase their creativity.

▼ Are there any themes I should focus on?
We encourage themes that reflect African culture, identity, and experiences. Writers can explore their dreams, hopes, and the Africa they envision, allowing their creativity to shine through their storytelling.

▼ Why do you require parental consent?
Parental consent ensures that parents or guardians are aware of, and approve, the publication of their child’s work. This is part of our commitment to safeguarding and respecting young contributors.

▼ Who owns the copyright to the story?
The author always retains full copyright of their work. AfroImagine is granted permission to publish the story on our platform and, if applicable, in print or digital anthologies.

▼ Will all submissions be published?
Not all submissions will be selected for publication. Our editorial team carefully reviews each piece for creativity, originality, and alignment with our themes before making a decision.