KABAFEST

Event Overview

The Kaduna Book and Arts Festival (KABAFEST) stands as a monumental intellectual beacon in Northern Nigeria. Inaugurated as the very first annual literary and arts festival in the region, KABAFEST was created to change the narrative about Northern Nigeria, shifting the focus towards its rich intellectual history, diverse literary voices, and burgeoning contemporary art scene.

Over the course of four days, the festival brings together an incredible assembly of acclaimed novelists, poets, filmmakers, visual artists, and thinkers from across the continent. The programming is intensely thought-provoking, featuring panel discussions that tackle complex socio-political themes, intimate booklogues with award-winning authors, and vibrant poetry slams that draw massive crowds.

Beyond literature, KABAFEST serves as a vibrant canvas for visual artistry, hosting pop-up galleries and screening independent African films. It is a safe, stimulating space for dialogue, challenging stereotypes, and celebrating the power of the written word. For anyone passionate about African literature and the creative economy, KABAFEST is an unmissable intellectual pilgrimage.