KwaZulu-Natal calls on young school writers

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The competition section is open to all South African high school learners and aims to encourage creative expression in young people while functioning as a springboard for the future writers of South Africa. Winners will be awarded cash prizes, book vouchers and complimentary tickets to the festival.

The 18th festival of writers has a long-standing commitment toward nurturing a culture of reading and writing and has received a wide appeal that continues to grow with each edition of the festival. Taking place from 16-21 March 2015, it brings together some of the best authors, publishers, and editors from around the world, while focusing on providing a platform to KwaZulu-Natal talent.

In addition to the nightly showcases at the Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre, the festival also organises a broad range of free daily activities including an educational and entertaining programme of workshops, reading sessions and panel discussions. This includes the Educator's Forum with teachers, on the implementation of literature in the classroom; the Community Writing Forum with members of the public interested in literature as well as visits to schools by the festival participants. The festival will also include a Storytelling Focus in partnership with Gcinamasiko Arts and Heritage Trust.

For more information, call the Centre for Creative Arts on +27 (0) 31 260 2506/1816 or email, az.oc.nzku-acc@sloohcs.