Opportunities for Artists

ATTENTION ALL WRITERS & CULTURAL RESEARCHERS

LuCAC in partnership with the ARAK Collection invites all writers and cultural researchers based in any part of Zambia to apply for a three-day critical writing workshop to be held at the Lusaka Contemporary Art Centre from Friday 20 – Sunday 22 February, 2026

Themed “Arts and Culture in Zambia (1964 –1994 and Beyond)” The workshop will explore the evolution of Zambian art and culture from independence in 1964, through the transformative years leading up to the 1990s, in contrast and continuity to recent years, with an emphasis on literary interpretation, cultural criticism, and the interconnection between artistic expression and national identity.

The workshop will examine how writers, visual artists, and cultural practitioners have shaped Zambia’s social imagination and contributed to the broader discourse of decoloniality, transformation, regional influence and incorporating traditional motifs with modern styles. By the end of the workshop, writers should have further developed analytical, creative, and reflective skills essential for interpreting and conveying literary works that celebrate Zambia’s artistic heritage while envisioning its cultural future. The goal is for participants to be adept at;

• Producing compositions that are well structured,
• Analysing material from a critical understanding,
• Comprehending the different forms and styles of writing,
• Critically writing about the topic and focus,
• Produce writing that can be Published.

Application Process & Deadline
Interested participants based in any part of Zambia are invited to submit a 500 worrd sample of their writing to lusakacontemporary@gmail.com with the Subject heading “Critical Writing workshop Sample”.

The deadline for submission is Saturday 31st January 2026.