The African Speculative Fiction Society (ASFS) has announced the winners of its 7th annual Nommo Awards at the 82nd World Science Fiction Convention in Glasgow. The awards, which recognize excellence in African speculative fiction, garnered a record number of submissions this year and represented finalists from Nigeria, South Africa, Ghana, Senegal, Tanzania, and Sierra Leone.

The Nommo Awards are given based on nominations by ASFS members in four categories: Novel, Novella, Short Story, and Graphic Novel. This year’s ceremony was hosted by acclaimed Zimbabwean author Tendai Huchu and featured a special appearance by Tom Ilube CBE, the awards’ headline sponsor.

The ASFS takes a broad and inclusive definition of “African,” encompassing a wide range of individuals with connections to the continent. This approach reflects the organization’s commitment to representing the diverse voices and experiences of the African diaspora. The award takes its name from Dogon cosmology in which Nommos are ancestral spirits ancestral spirits who take a variety of forms, including appearing on land as fish, walking on their tails.

Here is full list of the winners:

The Ilube Award for Best Speculative Fiction NOVEL by an African

Shigdi and the Brass Head of Obalufon by Wole Talabi

Best Speculative Fiction NOVELLA by an African

Undulation by Stephen Embleton

Best Speculative Fiction GRAPHIC NOVEL by an African – JOINT WINNERS

1) “Grimm’s Assistant” by Mamode Ogbewele and artist Chigozie Amadi

2) “WindMaker volume 1” by Roye Okupe and artist Sunkanmi Akinboye

Best Speculative Fiction SHORT STORY by an African

“My Name is a Plea and a Prophercy” by Gabrielle Emem Harry

 

Congratulations to all the winners!