ASFS is the organization of African writers, artists, editors, and publishers in science fiction, fantasy, horror, and related genres.

Calling all ASFS members!
Nominations for our 7th Nommo Awards 2024 are now open.

If you are not a member and would like to join us, visit our Become a Member page here and learn more about eligibility. New members joining before the 21st of April 2024 will still be able to nominate.

Previous Nommo Awards Winners

Announced at Chicon8, the World Science Fiction Convention held in Chicago, USA

Ilube Best Novel
Library of the Dead by T L Huchu

Best Novella
Remote Control by Nnedi Okorafor

Best Short Story
Masquerade Season by Pemi Aguda

Best Comic or Graphic Novel
Iyany Child of Wonder by Roye Okupe (writer) and Godwin Akpan (artist) 

Our friend, colleague and African SFF writer and supporter, Nick Wood, has passed away. 

We at the ASFS send his family our deep love and condolences as we all mourn the passing of someone who selflessly strove to promote, support and represent Africa on the world stage with dignity and enthusiasm, and with his smile that could light up the galaxy.

Nick Wood (1961-2023)

Illustration: Stephen Embleton

LATEST NEWS

Published Works Database Restored 

 As a valuable resource to both readers and writers of SFF,  the ASFS maintains a list of speculative fiction by African writers here

You can help fill gaps in this list by completing the form here.