We love capturing the strength and power of African women!
Welcome to the Creative Residency programme, exclusively designed for African women aged 18 and above living in the United Kingdom and across the globe.
This transformative free initiative invites aspiring bloggers each year on a journey to refine their writing and communication skills. Inspired by Teakisi’s own beginnings as a blog, we recognise the ever-evolving landscape of storytelling and the need for more than just writing.
Every month, we will delve into different facets of blogging, from foundational elements and content creation to visual storytelling, community building, monetisation strategies, and professional development. With curated online meetings, mentorship, and guest speakers, you’ll gain profound insights into the art and business of blogging.
Our aim is to empower you with the knowledge and skills needed for a successful blogging or writing career. This programme is a unique opportunity to enhance your voice and make a significant impact in the digital world.
2024 - 2025 Cohort 1 Graduates
Linda Mchawi is a writer from Lilongwe, Malawi. She won the first prize in the Africaniwa WinterABC2022 short story competition.
Siwemukele Moyo is a beader of exquisite bags, and jewellery and also makes stunning hats and fascinators under the brand Image and Likeness.
She also likes encouraging, motivating, and uplifting others through speaking and writing.
Winnie Naigaga is a Ugandan by nationality. She is a graduate of Hotel Management from Uganda Hotel and Tourism Training Institute, Jinja (Uganda).
Winnie enjoys reading for both learning purposes and her pleasure. Her love for reading led her to write, writing led her to blogging which led to the Afrobloggers Community and Word For Today Publications Limited where she worked as the Head of Operations.
Ruth Ginika Ugwuanyi is a food scientist with a distinction in Food Science from the University of Nigeria Nsukka and a Master’s degree from the University of Nottingham.
Passionate about storytelling, she writes on topics like food, health, wellness, mental health, relationships, and love.
As the founder of Bondlife Limited (a company recently registered in the UK), She undertakes fitness coaching at Bondlife Fitness and Wellbeing program where she empowers, coaches and motivates women to prioritize their mental and physical health and well-being.
With experience in counselling and charitable support, her writing inspires readers to live intentionally.
2025 - 2026 Cohort 2 Callout
Applications Now Open!
The deadline to apply is Friday 22 August 2025.
We’ll be reviewing applications as they come in, so don’t wait until the last minute. Finalists will be announced shortly after the closing date.
What to Expect
- An Introductory Session will be held on 10 September, with a possible shift to 17 September if more time is needed due to high interest.
- Monthly sessions will run on the second Wednesday of each month. The final time slot will be confirmed once the selection process is complete.
- Some sessions will feature inspiring guest speakers from our alumni network, sharing their journeys and insights.
Apply now to be part of this impactful experience!