Swahili Futurism Residency – Zanzalu 2026
Opportunity type: Residency
For: Different Creatives
Deadline: 25/05/26
Rewards: Fully funded two-week residency in Zanzibar
Location Eligibility: Africa
About this opportunity
The Swahili Futurism Residency is looking for artists and creatives to take part in a two-week residency held within Zanzalu in Fumba Town, Zanzibar (25 July – 8 August 2026). The programme brings together a small group of East African and African practitioners to explore how Swahili culture, history, and imagination can shape future creative narratives. Artists will develop new work through a combination of independent studio practice, shared creative sessions, cultural immersion in Zanzibar, and mentorship from local and international practitioners. The residency is designed to connect artistic experimentation with place, community, and long-term creative collaboration.
Rewards
- Two-week residency in Zanzibar (25 July – 8 August 2026)
- Accommodation and daily breakfast provided
- Access to studio space and residency facilities
- Participation in mentorship and shared creative sessions
- Cultural immersion activities across Zanzibar (including Stone Town and local craft communities)
- Opportunity to present work in a public exhibition during FuTopia at the end of the residency
- Travel sponsorship available for selected participants
Eligibility
- Open to East African and African artists (strong encouragement for Zanzibar-based and regional creatives)
- Suitable for practitioners working in visual art, design, digital media, architecture, film, photography, research, or storytelling
- Applicants must be interested in exploring future-oriented narratives rooted in Swahili culture and heritage
Entry Fee
Free
How to Apply
Apply using the link: Swahili Futurism Residency – Zanzalu 2026
All questions regarding this award should be sent to info@zanzalu.org
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