Observed arrival · 2026-09-22
Ona, a funding desk for African creatives
A filterable database of grants, prizes, residencies, and fellowships for creative workers on the continent and in the diaspora.
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- African creatives seeking grants, residencies, or fellowships
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- The homepage surfaces six varied opportunities, including CCM film support, Namibian arts funding, and a US$1,000 microgrant.
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The homepage organizes opportunities by creative field and deadline status, including film, architecture, music, and multi-sector support. Entries pair a named funder with a short description of the mechanism, such as nomination-led mentorship, project and capacity support, or deal-specific growth finance. Ona also invites visitors to submit opportunities, suggesting that the index is intended to expand through contributions as well as editorial collection.
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