We are excited to announce Azizah Bello as the winner of the inaugural Vivian Ihaza [SEVHAGE] Teen Poetry Prize 2024, with her poem, ‘Ode to Innocence’, earning her the grand prize of N220,000 and a digital certificate. Following closely are Alaga Unwomanumu with the poem, ‘First Confession; A Burning Haibun’ and Grace Orobosa with ‘Clad … Continue reading
We are thrilled to announce the shortlist for the inaugural Vivian Ihaza [SEVHAGE] Teen Poetry Prize 2024, celebrating the exceptional talents of young Nigerian poets aged 12 to 17. This prize honors the memory of Vivian Ihaza, a compassionate individual, seasoned professional, and advocate for knowledge-sharing and the arts. The shortlisted poems, presented in alphabetical … Continue reading
SEVHAGE and Konya Shamsrumi presents The Poetry Club UDUS Anthology 2025, a landmark collection that celebrates the poetic brilliance of young voices from Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto (UDUS) and beyond. This debut anthology showcases a rich tapestry of themes, from identity and memory to justice and resilience, featuring both emerging and established poets. Crafted with … Continue reading
The Benue Book and Arts Festival (BBAAF) returns for the second leg of its fifth edition from 20th to 22nd February 2025, bringing together some of the most exciting literary and artistic voices in Nigeria to Makurdi, the Benue State capital. Organised by SEVHAGE Literary and Development Initiative and SEVHAGE Publishers, this year’s festival, themed … Continue reading
Nottingham, UK – On Saturday, 25th January 2025, Nottingham Central Library played host to a landmark literary event as African writers from across the United Kingdom gathered for the first-ever UK edition of the Benue Book and Arts Festival (BBAAF). Organised by SEVHAGE Arts + Publishers and SEVHAGE Literary and Development Initiative, this inaugural event … Continue reading
The Benue Book & Arts Festival (BBAAF) is making its highly anticipated debut in Nottingham on Saturday, 25th January 2025. Organised by the SEVHAGE Literary and Development Initiative and SEVHAGE Publishers, this inaugural event will take place at the Central Library in Nottingham from 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The festival promises a full day … Continue reading
As a young rap fan, I first discovered Eve on the remix of Ruff Ryder’s Anthem. At the time, I was deeply immersed in the music of DMX, but Eve’s unique flow immediately grabbed my attention, and I found myself hooked on her sound. Reading her memoir, Who’s That Girl, was a journey back in … Continue reading
SEVHAGE Publishers and SEVHAGE Literary & Development Initiative are delighted to announce the winners and runners-up for the SEVHAGE Literary Prizes 2024, celebrating outstanding achievements of fantastic writers in African literature across fiction, creative non-fiction, literary criticism and poetry. This year’s competition saw an incredible number of exceptional submissions, showcasing the talent, creativity, and depth … Continue reading
We Are Thrilled to Announce the SEVHAGE Literary Prizes 2024 Shortlist! The journey to this moment has been both exhilarating and incredibly challenging. With an overwhelming number of exceptional entries received across the various categories, the task of narrowing them down to a longlist and a shortlist has been tough. The difference between the entries … Continue reading
We are thrilled to announce the longlist for the K & L Prize for Fiction 2024! This SEVHAGE category for short fiction is open to African writers globally and celebrates stories that address themes of mental health, aiming to reduce stigma while encouraging positive narratives that promote well-being. The competition, which invites submissions of 800-2000 … Continue reading
