Absa L'Atelier Competition

An annual art competition that helps young visual artists from 12 African countries grow their careers and reach wider audiences. Winners receive prizes including laptops, masterclasses, mentorships, international residencies, and funding for solo exhibitions. The main prize goes to three Absa L'Atelier Ambassadors, while the Gerard Sekoto Award specifically supports South African artists aged 25-35.

• Open to artists who are not younger than 21 and not older than 40 on 31 March 2026. Only final-year art students who meet the age requirements may participate. Must be citizens or have permanent residency and be permanently residing in South Africa, Kenya, Zambia, Ghana, Botswana, Uganda, Mozambique, Mauritius, the Seychelles, Tanzania, Nigeria or Namibia. Gerard Sekoto Award specifically for South African artists aged 25-35 who are permanent citizens and residents.
• ['In college or university'
• 'Just graduated'
• 'Working (full-time or part-time)']