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Discover publishing offers, career opportunities, calls for submissions, partnerships and programmes supporting authors, creatives and the wider literary community. Browse the listings below to find an opportunity that fits your interests.

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Training & Programmes Open

Practical Web Design Training Programme

Learn by doing in this five-session online programme. You will build and launch an actual website by the end of the course, gaining practical web development skills you can put to use immediately.

Programme fee:
Free for Zambian ARTS Members
K500 for non-members

Application deadline: 30 October 2026
Format: Five online sessions
Requirements: A laptop and reliable internet access
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Offers & Discounts Open

Independence Week Publishing Discount

Take advantage of a limited-time publishing offer from Zambian ARTS. This promotion gives aspiring and established writers an opportunity to take the next step towards publishing their work at a discounted rate.

Offer period: 18 October – 25 October 2026
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Partnerships Ongoing

Read To The World Project

Join Zambian ARTS in expanding access to books and promoting reading across communities. We welcome collaboration with schools, libraries, authors, organisations, sponsors and individual donors who want to help more people discover the value of reading.

Launched: 8 June 2026. Partnership development is ongoing.
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Fellowships & Programmes Closed

2027 Mandela Washington Application Guidance

This application guidance opportunity supported aspiring applicants preparing for the 2027 Mandela Washington Fellowship cycle. It focused on understanding the application process, presenting leadership experience clearly and strengthening application materials.

Listing period: 23 September – 28 September 2026
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Authors & Publishing Ongoing

Publishing Sponsorship Programme

Through Read To The World, selected Zambian and African authors may receive partial financial support towards publishing their books. The programme aims to help reduce publishing costs and support the availability of locally relevant literature. Support is subject to selection and programme terms.

Programme: Ongoing. Applications and support are subject to the programme's current terms.
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Offers & Discounts Closed

Author Book Marketing Offer

This promotional opportunity helped authors explore ways to improve the visibility of their published books. Marketing support may include promotional content, online book presentation and activities designed to connect titles with potential readers.

Offer period: 15 June – 12 July 2026
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Grants & Programmes Closed

Creative Writing Development Programme

A development opportunity for emerging writers interested in improving their craft, strengthening their manuscripts and building their storytelling skills. The programme also introduced participants to practical considerations involved in preparing work for publication.

Programme period: 18 May – 20 June 2026
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Make a difference through books

Help Read To The World reach more readers

Read To The World is working towards expanding access to 100,000 book copies by December 2030. Authors, schools, libraries, businesses, organisations and individuals can contribute through book donations, sponsorships and partnerships that help make literature more accessible.

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If you represent an organisation, have a programme relevant to authors and creatives, or would like to explore working with Zambian ARTS Publishing House, get in touch with our team.

Please check each listing for its current status before applying or making arrangements. Closed opportunities are retained for reference. Programme requirements, eligibility and availability may vary.