9mobile Prize for Literature

9mobile Prize for Literature
Awarded forFirst Pan-African Prize for debut published writers
Sponsored by9mobile (2017–present)
Etisalat Nigeria (2013–16)
LocationNigeria
First award2013
Final award2018
Websiteliterature.9mobile.com.ng

The 9mobile Prize for Literature was a literary award established by Etisalat Nigeria in 2013. It was the first ever pan-African prize for a debut African novel or short story collection. Awarded annually, the prize aimed to discover new literary talent on the continent and promote the African publishing industry. The winner received a cash prize of £15,000 in addition to a fellowship at the University of East Anglia.

The 9mobile Prize also sought to support publishers by purchasing 1000 copies of all shortlisted books. The books were donated to schools, book clubs and libraries across the African continent.

The award was initially named the Etisalat Prize for Literature. In 2017, Etisalat Nigeria was rebranded 9mobile and the award name changed accordingly.

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