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Miles Morland Foundation 2026 Writing Scholarship
Miles Morland Foundation
About this opportunity
Scholarship for African writers to receive financial support while working on a new book. Applications open for 2026.
The Miles Morland Foundation 2026 Writing Scholarship supports writers born in Africa or with both parents born in Africa to develop a new book.
What it offers
- A writing scholarship for published authors working on a new book.
Who can apply
- Anyone writing in English who was born in Africa.
- Anyone writing in English whose both parents were born in Africa.
What you'll do
- Submit a 2,000 to 5,000-word piece as a Word document of work that has been published and offered for sale.
- Provide proof of publication and proof of sale.
- Include a 400–1,000-word description of the new book you intend to write.
- Provide a 200–300-word bio.
- Submit a scan of an official document showing your birth in Africa or both parents’ birth in Africa.
- State how you heard about the scholarship.
How to apply
- Use the Writing Scholarship Application Form 2026 to apply.
This summary is AI-generated from the official posting. Always verify every detail on the official site before applying.
Key details
TypeScholarship
LocationPan-African
Fieldwriting
DeadlineDeadline not stated — check the official page
EligibilityAfrica
Open to applicants across Africa.
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Source : milesmorlandfoundation.com · Always verify details on the official site.