Write for SCORE
Help us shape the voice of Africa’s entertainment business and creative future.
SCORE welcomes writers, critics, journalists, and industry voices who want to contribute thoughtful, informed, and culturally grounded storytelling about Africa’s entertainment and creative economy.
We publish work that brings clarity, depth, and perspective to the worlds of film, television, music, theatre, digital media, and creative business across the continent.
If you have a unique lens on entertainment, culture, a sharp industry insight, or a story that deserves to be told, we’d love to hear from you.
What We Look For
- Insight-driven storytelling
- Culturally fluent perspectives: Work rooted in an understanding of African creative realities, not generic commentary.
- Strong voices: Clear, confident writers with something meaningful to say.
- Originality: New angles, underreported stories, and fresh takes on the industry.
- Respectful, fair critique: Whether reviewing a film or analysing a trend, we value constructive and informed perspectives.
Types of Contributions
- Features and profiles
- Industry analysis and explainers
- Opinion essays (UNFILTERED)
- Reviews
- Creative economy commentary
- Talent deep-dives
We welcome pitches from emerging and established African writers across Africa and the diaspora.
How to Pitch
Email your pitch to editor@thescoreafrica.com with:
- A short summary of your idea (2–4 sentences)
- Why this story matters now
- Your writing samples or links to previous work
If you’re new to writing but have a strong idea, feel free to submit — we value fresh voices and industry perspectives.
Contributor Rates
We offer competitive rates based on story type, depth, and experience. Rates will be shared upon pitch approval.
Join the Conversation
SCORE is building a space where Africa’s creative industry is documented with accuracy, depth, and respect. If you want to help shape the narrative, analyse the shifts, or spotlight the people driving the culture forward, we’d be excited to collaborate with you.
Pitch us: editor@thescoreafrica.com