Meraki Afrique Essay Writing Competition 2025

Meraki Afrique Essay Writing Competition 2025

In Collaboration with the GIZ African Union, Meraki Afrique present this Writing Competition so that young people can showcase their writing skills and share their ideas.

This year’s theme invites young Africans to reflect on what it means to move, travel, and seek opportunity across borders within the continent.

From dreams of studying in a neighbouring country to stories of relocation, cultural exchange,or even the barriers that limit free movement , we want to hear your voice.

How do young people navigate belonging, identity, and aspiration in a continent that’s both deeply connected and unevenly accessible?

Summary of the Meraki Afrique Essay Writing Competition 2025

• Type: Contest
• Sponsor: Meraki Afrique
• Essay Theme: “No Visa, No Problem? Youth Perspectives on Intra-Africa Mobility”
• Eligible Countries: African Countries
• Deadline: November 7, 2025

Criterias

• Open to high school, Undergraduates and Postgraduate student.
• Applicant must be an African and residing in Africa.

Prizes

• 1st Prize: $300 + Interview & Publication
• 2nd Prize: $200 + Feature
• 3rd Prize: $150 + Feature
• Honourable Mentions: $50 each

Method of Application for the Meraki Afrique Essay Writing Competition 2025