The Burt Award for African Literature

August 26, 2010

The Burt Award for African Literature is a new literary prize that the recognizes excellence in young adult fiction from Africa. Sponsored by CODE through the generous contributions of Canadian patron Bill Burt, the award addresses an ongoing absence of relevant, quality books for young people while at the same time promotes a love of reading and learning in Tanzania, Ethiopia and Ghana. The award consists of up to three cash prizes totaling $21,000 CAD and a publishing contract for winning submissions. Winning titles will be distributed to schools and libraries throughout these three countries.

Learn more about the Burt Awards.