Poetry Slam Africa Festival

The Poetry Slam Africa Festival is a four-day fête curated to be a vibrant learning, networking, and showcasing platform for poetry and related artforms, featuring artists and poets from across the region. This dynamic celebration brings together a diverse community of creatives, fostering connections and sparking dialogues through workshops, masterclasses, panel discussions, and unforgettable performances.

Founded in 2008, Poetry Slam Africa has been the forerunner in providing a platform to poets to showcase poems that are stage-worthy and speak to the situation of living on the African continent. At its heart, the festival celebrates the transformative power of spoken word, highlighting its role in cultural preservation, social commentary, and personal expression. From electrifying poetry slams to collaborative music and poetry concerts, the event offers an immersive experience that amplifies the voices shaping East Africa's creative and cultural landscape.