Children’s Africana Book Awards

The Children’s Africana Book Awards (CABA) are presented annually to the authors and illustrators of the best children’s and young adult books on Africa published or republished in the U.S. Africa Access and the Outreach Council of the African Studies Association (ASA) created CABA in 1991 to encourage the publication and use of accurate, balanced children’s materials about Africa. #CABAbooks

The Center for African Studies at Howard University is the institutional base for the Awards.

About CABA

CABA has three major objectives:

  • to encourage the publication of children’s and young adult books that contribute to a better understanding of African societies and issues,
  • to recognize literary excellence,
  • and to acknowledge the research achievements of outstanding authors and illustrators.

The awards are presented in two categories:

  • Picture Books
  • Chapter Books

CABA Nomination Process

To nominate a book for a CABA Award, learn about the criteria and nomination process here.

Photos from the 2024 CABA Awards Luncheon

Check out photos from the Children’s Africana Book Awards (CABA) 2024 Awards Luncheon on our Facebook page!
 

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2023 CABA Ceremony & Festival Highlights

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