Afreada has announced its call for submissions for its forthcoming issue, open from September 1 to October 17, 2025. The magazine invites writers to submit short fiction rooted in Africa—stories that capture the beauty of the ordinary, the rhythms of daily life, and the meaning found in seemingly mundane moments. Stories from the African diaspora are also welcome.
Submission Guidelines
- Word count: up to 5,000 words.
- Submissions must be previously unpublished.
- Writers must be from the African continent (diaspora writers are also encouraged to submit).
- Simultaneous submissions are accepted, but please withdraw your story if it is accepted elsewhere.
- Send your submission as a Word document attachment to: editor@afreada.com
- The first page of your story should include your name and contact information.
Payment
Afreada pays £100 per accepted story.
An online magazine dedicated to bringing African stories to the world, Afreada continues to celebrate and amplify voices across the continent and beyond.
Submit your short story today!
Sarah Adeyemo
Sarah Adeyemo, SWAN IX, is a Nigerian poet, writer, editor, spoken word artiste and communication expert. The debut author of “The Shape of Silence”. She draws inspiration from solitude and experiences. She is a fellow of the SprinNG Writing Fellowship. Her works appeared or are forthcoming in The Shallow Tales Review, The Muse Journal, The Weganda Review, Everscribe Magazine, Afrillhill Press, Poems For Persons Interest, TV-63 Magazine, Northern Writers Forum Journal, Eboquills, Rinna Lit. Anthologies, and elsewhere. She's a member of the Swan Collective. She tweets @SarahInkspires.
