Breaking news for aspiring African writers—this is your last chance to apply for the prestigious 2025 Miles Morland Foundation Writing Scholarships, one of the most powerful and transformational literary awards on the continent. This fully-funded, highly competitive scholarship offers up to £27,000 to successful applicants to write a full-length book over 12–18 months. Whether you’re a novelist with a compelling story or a nonfiction writer with bold ideas, the Miles Morland Foundation gives you the financial freedom and creative time to bring your book to life—risk-free, no cost, and no hidden fees.
Officially launched on July 1, 2025, this year’s call for entries is the real deal for African authors. This is not just a writing grant—it’s an opportunity of a lifetime to join a community of distinguished African writers who have gone on to publish, speak at festivals, and influence global narratives. If you’ve ever dreamed of writing a novel, memoir, or nonfiction masterpiece without financial pressure holding you back, this is your sign to act fast.
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Applicants must submit a book proposal of 400–1,000 words, a published writing sample between 2,000 and 5,000 words, a short biography, and evidence of African nationality or parentage. Only those with serious writing potential and a clear vision for a publishable work are encouraged to apply. The scholarship covers both fiction and nonfiction genres and comes with a simple but firm rule—submit 10,000 new words every month. That’s it. In return, you receive financial support to sustain you while you write, free from the constraints of day jobs or distractions.
This epic opportunity is open to writers working remotely from anywhere in the world, provided they meet the African heritage requirement. There’s no need to relocate, travel, or worry about accommodation—the entire scholarship program is structured to support writers from the comfort of their current location. This is the ultimate remote writing fellowship.
And there’s more. For those whose books make it to market and generate earnings, the foundation only asks for a “debt of honor”—20% of royalties to be returned to the fund so other writers can benefit in the future. This is not a loan, but rather a revolutionary, pay-it-forward system that empowers generations of African authors to write fearlessly and freely.
The Miles Morland Foundation, a respected UK-based charity, has a long track record of supporting African literature, arts, and culture. Their mission is to unlock the power of African storytelling, and they’ve already supported dozens of successful authors whose works have appeared in major publishing houses, literary magazines, and festivals worldwide. This scholarship is the foundation’s flagship scholarship program, and the buzz is real—don’t let this year’s application pass you by.
With a fast-approaching application deadline of September 19, 2025, this is your final call to gather your documents, polish your sample, and hit that send button. Applications are only accepted via email and must be complete, original, and professionally written. If writing is your passion and your story deserves to be told, this is your time to shine.
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This is your chance to write without compromise, to focus entirely on your voice, your narrative, and your purpose. Whether your story is about identity, history, migration, resistance, memory, or dreams—the world is ready to hear from you, and the Miles Morland Foundation wants to help you say it loud.
Name of Organizer
Miles Morland Foundation (UK-based charitable organization)
Requirement/Eligibility
1. Must be born in Africa or have both parents born in Africa.
2. Must write in English.
3. Must be working on a full-length book (minimum 80,000 words).
4. Must submit a published excerpt of between 2,000 and 5,000 words with proof of publication.
5. Must include a book proposal (400 to 1,000 words) explaining what you intend to write.
6. Must include a short biography (200 to 300 words).
7. Must provide proof of African origin or parentage (passport or national ID).
8. Must commit to submitting 10,000 words of new writing every month.
9. Must agree to return 20% of any earnings from the book as a “debt of honor” to support future scholars.
10. Must submit all application materials by the stated deadline—late or incomplete entries will not be considered.
Deadline
19 September 2025
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