Deadline: June 20, 2025

Makifaa is the first 100% African image library, created to build the largest catalog of authentic photos, videos, and illustrations from across the continent. Their mission is to break stereotypes and showcase Africa in all its modernity, diversity, and authenticity.

Africa’s image is too often confined to outdated clichés.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

Categories

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)

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

Eligibility

• 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

• Create a contributor account on Makifaa
• 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)

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