Join us to commemorate Africa Day as we celebrate African culture through the power of words!
“Utukufu,” the premise of this program, means “glory” or “glorious” in Swahili.
“Utukufu” is set to be a beautiful occasion to celebrate the continent of Africa, its rich culture, and its diversity.
What better way to honor Africa than by showcasing its creatives?
Thought leaders, activists, advocates, podcasters, and spoken-word artists are among the creative people who push the boundaries, changing preconceived notions and redefining the African narrative for global audiences.
Through the most inspiring, informative, and engaging dialogues about Africa, APVA seeks to promote African voices and inspire us to own and be unified in our successes and challenges as a people.
Are you a talented poet/spoken word artist passionate about Africa, its people, and its culture?
Africa’s Glory is you; join the movement right away!
Participate in the Virtual Poetry Slam to celebrate Africa Day
To commemorate Africa Day, in addition to the virtual event, APVA will host a virtual poetry slam.
This is an opportunity for pan-African creatives to share original poems on the theme “Utukufu; The Glory of Africa.”
What can you expect?
- A chance to perform your original work to be heard on an international platform
- Instant APVA Award nomination
- Inspiring keynote speeches from celebrated African writers and cultural leaders
- The opportunity to network with other poets and creatives while building your profile
- The Africa Day ceremony as the grand finale of the event
- Take advantage of this exciting opportunity to celebrate African culture and share your talent with the world.
How to Participate
Meet the Judges
Meet OUR PANELIST
Meet OUR Keynote Speakers
We are open for Partnerships!
Why Work with us
Niche Recognition: We will be glad to announce, verbally and on screen, your participation in this program during the ceremony and on social media, in event materials, or in any press releases or media coverage of the event.
Community Involvement and Exposure: “Utukufu” is uniquely positioned to engage stakeholders and creatives in the industry; thus, partnering with APVA allows your organization to reach a unique set of audience and demonstrate your commitment to local communities by supporting cultural events and initiatives like this.
Alignment with a cause: Be part of a continent-wide conversation highlighting the cultural significance of Africa Day and the importance of promoting diversity and inclusivity through arts.
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