The Award is open to Commonwealth resident artists and craftspeople aged between 22 and 35 who show promise and initiative in their own country but who have had little opportunity of working in another country. Ten awards of £6000 are made to cover airfares, fees, living expenses and the cost of mounting an exhibition. The Awards are not intended for photography or graphic design, nor for study leading to a degree, but are open to any other discipline. You can travel to any other Commonwealth country expect between Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. Awards are in even numbered years.

Nka Foundation Arts Project Residency is a part of their ongoing project of tapping local resources for sustainable human capital development through a focus on the arts. Artistis in diverse fields of the arts (visual, theatre, music, literary, film/new media, arts education, arts therapy etc.), are all welcome to apply for residency at our Arts Village in the sub-Sahara. They provide accommodation at an Arts Village setting. The international participants are responsible for own return air ticket, and other personal costs. Length of project residencies is usually from 3 to 12 months. Deadline: Ongoing but apply 2 months in advance of residency. Based on your project and background they will research and help the candidate apply for grants to cover some or full budget. There are a range of residences and projects that take place throughout the year. Check the website and contact for more information regarding any residences of interest.