2025 Theme: "Literary Harvest: Stories From Our Soil"
Celebrating Literature, Empowering Communities
The 2025 Limpopo Book Fair marks our most inclusive and ambitious edition yet — a six-day celebration of books, creativity, and community. This year, we’re taking literature beyond traditional venues and into the heart of rural and urban communities across Limpopo.
ABOUT THE PROGRAMME
About the Limpopo Book Fair
The Limpopo Book Fair is an annual literary event hosted by Nwala Writers, designed to celebrate South African literature, promote a culture of reading, and uplift communities through the transformative power of storytelling. Launched in 2023, it has quickly evolved into a leading book fair in South Africa, attracting authors, publishers, literacy advocates, educators, and the public to co-create a dynamic literary ecosystem in the Limpopo Province.
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in the media
Limpopo Book Fair in the Spotlight
Building up to the Limpopo Book Fair – Conversation with the Founder
Published by SABC News | 22 September 2024
Founder Muofhe Mulovhedzi shares the vision behind the fair.
Limpopo Book Fair brings together writers, readers and publishers
Published by SABC News | 28 September 2024
A look at how the fair energizes community reading culture.
Why the Limpopo Book Fair matters for advancing literacy in rural and underserved communities. Published by ENCA | 28 September 2024
A conversation with the Founder.
VISION & MISSION BEHIND SOUTH AFRICA'S GROWING LITERACY
Why the Limpopo Book Fair Exists:
Our Vision
To position Limpopo as a nationally recognized hub for literary excellence, where stories are honored, diverse voices are amplified, and the life-changing impact of reading and writing is celebrated across generations.
Our Mission
- Create a platform for South African authors, publishers, and literary professionals
- Promote a strong reading culture across Limpopo
- Celebrate indigenous languages and cultural heritage through literature
- Empower emerging writers and develop young literary talent
- Foster educational excellence through competitive literary games and community programs
Community Circuit: Bringing Books to People
Days 1–4 of the fair are dedicated to community-based literary outreach across five locations: Polokwane Central, Seshego, Mankweng, Lebowakgomo, and an additional rural site.
Daily Programming Includes:
Morning:
The morning kicks off with a warm welcome, followed by a vibrant theatre production showcasing local folktales and a lively puppet show. Learners then engage in interactive literacy games, including phonics and SATPIN challenges, before transitioning into fun, educational numeracy games facilitated by Funda Wande.
Midday:
The midday session invites learners into the world of storytelling through captivating tales from master storytellers and animated read-alouds of picture books. This is followed by interactive story circle games that spark imagination and creativity—children pass the story ball to build an adventure, act out scenes from the day's stories, and create playful rhymes in a fun, collaborative setting.
Afternoon:
The afternoon wraps up with Our Literary Harvest—a joyful story celebration where children reflect on the day’s experiences and share their favourite moments. It’s a vibrant close that reinforces learning, encourages self-expression, and celebrates each child’s unique connection to storytelling.
These sessions are designed to deliver impactful literacy engagement directly to under-resourced communities, with storytelling, author visits, book donations, and more.
Day 5:
GALA & UNIVERSITY EVENTS
Literary Legends Gala & Masterclass
- Writers Masterclass at the University of Limpopo
(open to students and aspiring authors)
- Literary Legends Gala Dinner featuring:
- Recognition of veteran South African authors
- Cultural performances
- Literary Achievement Awards ceremony
- Networking for publishers, writers, and media professionals
Vendor & Exhibitor Registration
Interested in showcasing your work? Exhibition opportunities are available for:
Be part of one of South Africa’s fastest-growing book festivals. Vendor slots fill up fast—secure your space early!
Limpopo Book Fair: Journey So Far
2023
Foundation Year
- Two-day event
- Local author participation
- Indigenous language programming
2024
Expansion Year
- Three-day event format
- Introduction of professional development workshops
- Enhanced children’s literacy programming
2025
Community Integration
- Seven-day literary celebration
- Five community locations
- Stronger academic partnerships
- Integration of the National Literary Games
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