African creators are invited to join the Makifaa Lens on Africa Challenge 2025. Submit your best high-quality photos that capture the modern, diverse and dynamic spirit of Africa from street scenes and portraits to cultural traditions and innovation.
About Makifaa Lens on Africa Challenge
Opportunity Details
- Date Published: April 02, 2025
- Application Deadline: June 20, 2025
- Category: Contest
- Eligible Locations: Africa
Africa’s image is too often confined to outdated clichés. This challenge aims to:
- Break stereotypes
- Empower African creators
- Add 10,000 new images that truly represent Africa
What they are looking for
Submit your best images in one of these categories:
- Portrait — Capture emotion and humanity (expressions, daily life moments)
- Street Photography — Showcase authentic urban life (street scenes, spontaneous interactions)
- Travel — Highlight the vibrancy of African cities (modern architecture, cityscapes)
- Culture & Traditions — Celebrate living heritage (festivals, crafts, dance)
- Food Photography — Spotlight Africa’s rich cuisine (traditional dishes, markets)
- Fashion — Illustrate creativity and modern style (fashion trends, lifestyle)
Benefits of Makifaa Lens on Africa Challenge
Prizes
Launch Bonus: $35 for the first 10 contributors with 100 approved images
Weekly Challenge: $50 to the contributor with the most approved images each week
Top 3 Finalists (over 3 months):
- 1st Place: $500
- 2nd Place: $350
- 3rd Place: $250
Every contributor benefits from:
- Increased visibility with brands, agencies, and NGOs
- Monetization of your work (40–60% commission, increasing with engagement)
- Cultural impact: redefine Africa’s visual narrative
Makifaa Lens on Africa Challenge Requirements
- This challenge is opened to African creators.
- You must own full rights to all submitted images
- Images must be high-quality, authentic, and not AI-generated
- Respect privacy and model release requirements
- No violent, sexual, or stereotypical content
Application Date and Process
- Create a contributor account on Makifaa by clicking on the link to the application website.
- Upload your images (minimum 3,000×2,000 px, JPG/PNG)
- Add a clear title, description, and relevant keywords
- Wait for approval (typically within 48 hours)
Need help? Contact them at [email protected] WhatsApp +228 7070 5077
Application Deadline
20 June, 2025
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