Come for the BookFest.
Leave with continental connections that matter.
Join Christian authors, publishers, readers, creatives and book-industry professionals for an inspiring afternoon of meaningful conversations, networking, exhibitions and literary celebration.
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Your seat at the continental table is waiting.
Come with your books. Leave with relationships that matter.
The greatest benefit of exhibiting at ACABA BookFest is not limited to the books you sell during the event. It is the opportunity to meet like-minded authors, connect with the ACABA team, engage author-focused organisations and begin partnerships that may strengthen your authorship for years to come.
Networking and Partnerships
ACABA BookFest creates a meeting place for Christian authors, publishers, trainers, ministry leaders, booksellers, literary professionals and organisations that serve authors.
Exhibiting gives you room to begin conversations, exchange contacts, explore shared interests and develop relationships that may lead to future collaboration, referrals, visibility, training, distribution or ministry opportunities.
Your exhibition table is not only a place to display books. It is a doorway into conversations, relationships and new possibilities.
Meet Like-Minded Authors
Connect with Christian authors who understand the joys, responsibilities and challenges of communicating biblical messages through books.
These relationships may develop into encouragement, accountability, referrals, joint promotions, continental friendships and collaborative projects.
Meet the ACABA Team
Engage directly with the ACABA team and learn about programmes designed to strengthen African Christian authors throughout the year.
Ask questions, understand the available pathways and identify the opportunities that best match your next stage of growth.
Meet Partners and Author-Centric Organisations
Connect with publishers, ministries, booksellers, literary organisations and professionals whose work supports authors, books, publishing, training and distribution.
These conversations may open doors for future partnerships, professional services, support and wider ministry impact.
Present Your Books Personally
Allow readers and industry professionals to see, hold and discuss your books while hearing directly from the person who wrote them.
Personal interaction helps people understand your message, remember your work and connect more deeply with your author journey.
Build Continental Connections
Meet authors and book-industry professionals from other African countries and broaden your relationships beyond your immediate city or national market.
Continental connections may lead to shared learning, referrals, regional visibility and opportunities to take your message into new communities.
Discover Your Next Step
Learn what may come next after publishing. This may include professional feedback, training, interviews, public conversations, author development and deeper participation in the ACABA community.
Meet the ACABA team and prepare for the following year.
BookFest gives authors an opportunity to learn about ACABA’s author-development pathways and express interest in opportunities planned for the following year.
Participation remains subject to each programme’s requirements, availability and schedule, but BookFest is a valuable place to begin the conversation.
Book Reviews
Sign up to receive information about ACABA book reviews. Professional review helps authors identify strengths, recognise areas for improvement and prepare their books for wider readership.
Authors’ Panels
Express interest in future authors’ panels where writers discuss their books, journeys, themes and areas of expertise before readers and fellow authors.
Training and Empowerment
Learn about training opportunities that strengthen writing, publishing, marketing, ministry, professional practice and author-platform development.
Witness the graduation of writers from the Writing Mentorship Classes.
ACABA BookFest celebrates writers who have completed structured mentorship journeys. Their graduation marks discipline, courage, growth and the development of new African voices.
Exhibiting authors become part of an intergenerational literary community where experienced writers, emerging authors and young creatives can meet, learn from one another and celebrate progress together.
Every new writer represents another voice being strengthened and another message being prepared for future readers.
Kids’ Writing Mentorship
Celebrating children who are learning to develop ideas, express themselves creatively and build confidence through writing.
Teens’ Writing Mentorship
Recognising teenagers who are discovering their voices, developing discipline and learning how writing can become a tool for purpose and influence.
Adults’ Writing Mentorship
Honouring adult writers who have committed themselves to developing their manuscripts, strengthening their messages and moving towards publication.
Past BookFests. Growing relationships. A stronger literary community.
ACABA BookFests create spaces where authors are celebrated, books are discovered and relationships are formed across the African Christian publishing community.
What an exhibiting author can do at BookFest
Display
Present your books professionally and introduce your message to readers.
Connect
Meet authors, the ACABA team, partners and organisations that serve writers.
Explore
Discover book reviews, authors’ panels, training and empowerment opportunities.
Partner
Begin relationships that may lead to support, collaboration, referrals or future projects.
Celebrate
Honour graduating writers and participate in the growth of African Christian literature.
Do not only bring books. Come ready to build relationships.
Reserve your exhibition space and join a gathering designed to connect authors, strengthen partnerships and develop African Christian literature.
Celebrating Eswatini Christian Authors
The African Christian Authors Book Award (ACABA) programme recognises, celebrates and promotes quality in Christian authorship in Africa.
Raising the standard of Christian literature while strengthening African authors, books and publishing communities.
Awards for Excellence
We honour top books in Africa, elevating awareness and setting benchmarks for good publishing practices.
Comprehensive Book Reviews
A distinguished panel of over 30 judges meticulously reviews submissions to ensure high standards of quality and content.
Training & Empowerment
Get robust training towards succeeding in your book projects and enhancing your skills and reach.
Networking and Collaboration
Join a dynamic platform for authors to network and collaborate across borders, fostering a vibrant continental literary community.
Our Mission
African Christian Authors Book Award (ACABA) is a non-monetary programme that recognises, celebrates and promotes quality in Christian authorship in Africa.
To strengthen African Christian literature by encouraging excellence, developing authors and creating opportunities for books and biblical messages to reach wider audiences.
Identify and honour quality Christian books.
Affirm African authors and their literary work.
Increase awareness of Christian literature in Africa.
Hear from an ACABA Awardee
Discover how participation in the African Christian Authors Book Award has contributed to an author’s journey, visibility, growth and connection with the wider African Christian literary community.
Richard Mwebesa
Uganda
Every awardee carries a story of commitment, growth and the courage to share a message through Christian literature.
Are you a stakeholder in the Christian book industry in Africa? Partner with ACABA.
Our Achievements
Since 2021, the ACABA Awards Gala has continued to grow in participation, reach and continental representation, celebrating more Christian authors and connecting more African countries each year.
2021
International Leadership University
Nairobi, Kenya
2022
Nairobi Pentecostal Church, Woodley
Nairobi, Kenya
2023
Daystar University
Nairobi, Kenya
2024
Hotel African
Kampala, Uganda
2025
Latest Gala
Nairobi Pentecostal Bible College
Nairobi, Kenya
From 74 authors in 2 countries to 134 authors in 23 African countries.
The growth of the ACABA Awards Gala reflects a widening community of Christian authors, publishers, judges, trainers, partners and literary professionals committed to strengthening Christian literature across Africa.
All Awards Galas
Revisit the ACABA Awards Galas and experience the celebration of African Christian authors, books, partnerships and literary excellence across the continent.
ACABA Awards Gala 2021
International Leadership University, Nairobi, Kenya
Watch on YouTubeACABA Awards Gala 2022
Nairobi Pentecostal Church, Woodley, Nairobi, Kenya
Watch on YouTubeACABA Awards Gala 2025
Nairobi Pentecostal Bible College, Nairobi, Kenya
Become a Volunteer and help African authors preach the Gospel through books.
Every year, ACABA by CLC Kenya receives over 60 volunteers to support the programme. Give a few hours every week or month and share your expertise to strengthen Christian authors across Africa.
Meet the Eswatini Team
Men and women advancing authorship in Eswatini through leadership, administration, outreach, partnerships, author support and continental collaboration.
Kenya
Dr. Muthoni Omukhango
Providing continental leadership and strategic direction for ACABA’s mission to recognise, develop and connect African Christian authors.
Kenya
Jackline Ingasian
Supporting programme coordination, communication and the administration of ACABA activities across its growing continental network.
Eswatini
Stanley Mkhwanazi
Serving authors and supporting the coordination of ACABA activities, partnerships and literary development in Eswatini.
Eswatini
Nelton Mondlane
Supporting author engagement, local coordination and the growth of ACABA’s literary community in Eswatini.
Outreach
Chrystal Hera
Leading outreach through Mama Africa Book Box and supporting initiatives that connect books, authors and literary programmes with readers and communities.
Regional
Milkah Mwangi
Supporting ACABA’s digital communication and social media administration across Kenya, Uganda, South Africa, Eswatini, Botswana and Zimbabwe.
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn more about the African Christian Authors Book Award programme, its purpose, review process, training opportunities, networking platform and commitment to excellence in African Christian literature.
01 What is the Award about?
The African Christian Authors Book Award (ACABA) by CLC Kenya is dedicated to recognising, celebrating and promoting excellence in Christian literature across Africa.
The programme began in 2018 as Authors Collaboration, an initiative founded by Dr. Muthoni Omukhango under CLC Kenya. Since then, ACABA has supported over 1,000 authors from 13 African countries.
ACABA by CLC Kenya fulfils its mission through five key initiatives:
Comprehensive Book Reviews
A distinguished panel of over 30 judges reviews submissions to promote high standards of quality and content.
Author Training Programmes
Authors receive practical training to help them navigate their literary journeys from concept to publication and beyond.
Empowerment Initiatives
Book-centred initiatives help authors strengthen their skills, confidence, platforms and reach.
Networking and Collaboration
ACABA provides a platform for authors to connect and collaborate across borders, strengthening Africa’s Christian literary community.
Awards for Excellence
Outstanding books are honoured to raise awareness and establish benchmarks for good publishing practices.
Through these initiatives, ACABA by CLC Kenya is committed to nurturing and elevating Christian authorship in Africa so that African voices can be heard and celebrated globally.
02 Why an Award of Excellence?
At ACABA by CLC Kenya, we believe in recognising and celebrating outstanding literary achievement. Our Awards for Excellence honour some of Africa’s finest Christian books, increase awareness and set benchmarks for exemplary publishing practices.
These awards matter because they provide:
Recognition of Talent
We spotlight outstanding books and acknowledge the discipline, creativity and commitment of African authors.
Elevated Standards
Recognising strong books encourages authors and publishers to pursue high standards in writing, editing, design and production.
Increased Visibility
Award-recognised books may attract greater attention from readers, partners, literary organisations and book-industry professionals.
Industry Influence
The awards showcase examples of successful publishing practices and contribute to the growth of quality literature in Africa.
Inspiration for Future Writers
Celebrating excellent work encourages emerging writers to pursue their literary calling and contribute to African literature.
The Awards for Excellence are more than accolades. They demonstrate the value of strong storytelling and the importance of raising the standard of Christian publishing.
03 Why are comprehensive book reviews essential for authors?
At ACABA by CLC Kenya, we understand the value of a careful and professional review process. Our panel of over 30 judges assesses submitted books to help promote strong standards of quality and content.
Comprehensive book reviews can help authors:
Enhance Credibility
A thoughtful review from experienced judges helps position a book as work that has received serious professional attention.
Refine Quality
Constructive feedback helps authors identify strengths, weaknesses and areas that require improvement.
Increase Visibility
A strong review may help readers, publishers and literary stakeholders understand the value and message of a book.
Build Reader Trust
Books that have undergone a rigorous review process may give readers greater confidence in their content and presentation.
Pursue Excellence
Professional assessment encourages authors to maintain high standards in writing, publishing and future book projects.
Your work deserves to be carefully assessed, constructively strengthened and held to a high standard.
04 Why are Training and Empowerment essential for authors?
At ACABA by CLC Kenya, we believe in supporting authors from their present stage of development and helping them move confidently towards their next step.
Authors Training and Empowerment (ATE) supports writers through:
Expert Guidance
Learn from experienced professionals who provide practical insights, direction and industry knowledge.
Comprehensive Support
Receive guidance on publishing, professional development, industry trends and the wider author journey.
Skill Enhancement
Develop and refine writing, publishing, communication and authorship skills so that your work is polished and professional.
Innovative Workshops
Participate in practical sessions covering essential topics such as book marketing, reader engagement, author branding and literary ministry.
Publishing a book is an important milestone, but continuous learning helps an author steward the message, reach readers and build a sustainable literary journey.
05 Why are Networking and Collaboration essential for authors?
At ACABA by CLC Kenya, we understand that success in the literary world goes beyond writing alone. Our networking and collaboration platform connects authors across borders and helps build a vibrant, supportive literary community.
Authors can benefit from networking and collaboration through:
Continental and Global Connections
Meet fellow authors, publishers, industry experts, ministry leaders and literary enthusiasts from different countries.
Collaborative Projects
Explore joint writing projects, cross-border initiatives, co-authored books, panel discussions and shared promotions.
Industry Insights
Learn from professionals in publishing and gain access to information about trends, opportunities and good practices.
A Supportive Community
Exchange feedback, share experiences, participate in conversations and build relationships that encourage mutual growth.
Increased Visibility
Meaningful participation in a literary community helps authors introduce their books, messages and expertise to wider audiences.
Relationships formed through ACABA can lead to encouragement, partnerships, referrals, learning opportunities and wider literary impact.
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