Editorial Submissions – Share Your African Story

At UjamaaLive, we believe that every African story — whether it’s about innovation, heritage, entrepreneurship, or everyday life — has the power to inspire, inform, and connect. Our editorial submissions process is designed to welcome diverse voices from across the continent and the diaspora, ensuring that our platform reflects the richness and complexity of Africa in all its forms.

If you’re new to UjamaaLive, you can learn more about our mission and editorial vision on our About Us page.

What We Publish

We are a pan‑African storytelling platform committed to publishing content that is original, insightful, and culturally authentic. We welcome submissions that explore:

Feature Articles – In‑depth explorations of African business, culture, and innovation.
Profiles – Spotlighting changemakers, entrepreneurs, artists, and community leaders.
Opinion Pieces – Thought‑provoking perspectives on African issues, trends, and opportunities.
Photo Essays – Visual storytelling that captures the beauty, resilience, and diversity of African life.
Data‑Driven Stories – Reports and analyses that combine statistics with human impact.
Event Coverage – Reports from conferences, festivals, exhibitions, and cultural gatherings.

We encourage stories that challenge stereotypes, highlight underrepresented voices, and celebrate African excellence.

Why Submit to UjamaaLive?

By contributing to UjamaaLive, your work will:

Reach a global audience interested in authentic African narratives.
Be supported by an editorial team committed to fact‑checking and quality storytelling.
Sit alongside stories that are shaping the conversation about Africa’s future.
Offer you the opportunity to build your portfolio and connect with other African creatives.

If you’re interested in becoming a regular contributor, visit our Become a Contributor page for more details.

Submission Guidelines

To maintain our editorial quality and integrity, all submissions should:

Be original and unpublished elsewhere.
Include accurate facts and verified sources.
Be written in clear, engaging English (we welcome multilingual context where relevant).
Reflect cultural sensitivity and authenticity.
Include relevant images (with captions and credits) if available.

We reserve the right to edit submissions for clarity, style, and length while preserving the author’s voice.

How to Submit

Send your pitch or completed piece to editorial@ujamaalive.com with:

A short bio (50–100 words)
Your location and area of expertise
Links to previous work (if available)
Relevant images (with captions and credits)

(A direct submission form will be available soon for faster uploads.)

Editorial Review Process

Once we receive your submission:

Acknowledgement – You’ll receive a confirmation email within 48 hours.
Review – Our editorial team will assess your piece for relevance, quality, and alignment with our vision.
Feedback – If needed, we’ll suggest edits or request additional information.
Publication – Accepted pieces will be scheduled for publication, and you’ll be notified of the go‑live date.