For Africans

Attention Photographers and Photo Enthusiasts! Exciting news from FABA - we’re partnering with AMAKA for a unique Creator Grant. This is not just any competition; it’s a monthly grant program, starting with this month’s theme “PORTRAITS.”

We invite you to showcase your unique perspectives on everyday people in their daily lives, whether documented or staged. Through your lens, capture the identity, essence, diversity, lifestyles, and stories of the people in your community. Subjects could be yourself, family members, friends, acquaintances, or individuals you encounter during your daily life or travels. Win big with a $1,000 grand prize and $500 in bonus prizes!

Sign up on AMAKA platform, submit a photo story of at least 5 images to showcase this month’s theme “PORTRAITS”.

It’s about authenticity, not professional gear. Your narrative is key – tell us the story behind your photos in a short blurb.

Top creators will be shortlisted, and our judges will select the most impactful, theme-aligned content.

Seen in Asmara, Eritrea by Yvan Rodic

“Asmara 🇪🇷 met so many stylish gentlemen walking/riding the streets of Eritrea’s capital and sipping macchiatos at old-school Italian-style cafés. Loved enjoying some caffeine while having long talks with some of these men.

“I have been coming to Gianna’s café everyday for so many years. I love it so much because we are a strong community, once a year we are even having a feast together. I grew up in Ethiopian-ruled Eritrea and learned Amharic at school [while Tigrinya (the local main language) was banned].

In 1972, I got a scholarship to study in Maryland (USA). After a few years, I came back to fight for the independence of Eritrea. I didn’t tell my parents because I didn’t want to worry them. I fought for so many years and got so many wounds but it was all worth it so I could eventually live in a free country. My three kids live in Ethiopia and soon will emigrate to the USA.” Afork (photo 4)