Applications for this literature award, sponsored by dstgroup in partnership with the Camões Institute, are open until the end of August.
"Applications will be accepted from July 10 to August 31, 2025," reads a statement sent to VerAngola, which adds that "the award ceremony is scheduled for the last quarter of the year, at a date and location to be announced."
The award is worth 15,000 euros.
"This distinction, which has established itself as one of the most important in the Angolan literary world, awards a prize of 15,000 euros (payable in kwanzas at the official rate of the National Bank of Angola) and is intended for works published in Portuguese in 2023 and 2024 by Angolan authors, resident or non-resident," the statement reads.
This edition will be "evaluated by a distinguished jury composed of José Mena Abrantes (president), Amélia da Lomba, and David Capelenguela."
Created in 2019, the literary award has already recognized renowned writers such as Pepetela, João Melo, and others.
"Since its creation in 2019, the award has recognized names such as Pepetela, João Melo, Boaventura Cardoso, and Jorge Arrimar, contributing to the visibility of Angolan literature, both within and outside the country," the statement reads.
This award goes beyond simply awarding books. "More than just awarding books, the Angola/Camões Literature Award promotes authors, values the Portuguese language, and affirms the importance of culture as a pillar of national identity," the statement reads.
Those interested in competing can check the rules here. They can also visit the award website here.
