Will This Be A Problem?

A Kenyan-based SFFH journal showcasing the best in African fantastika.
Issue V out NOW! 🔗

[Will This Be A Problem? @_WTBAP]

All the stories from Issue V of Will This Be A Problem? The Anthology are once again free to read on our website. If you are reading for awards, we would be touched if you considered these fantastic and deserving works!

https://t.co/k1Ls0LEjwy

[Will This Be A Problem? @_WTBAP]

We're grateful to see WTBAP longlisted alongside so much SFF work we admire this award season. The recognition belongs to the writers and artists who trusted us with their vision. If their works stayed with you and you’re nominating, we’d appreciate your consideration.

[BRITTLE PAPER @brittlepaper]

.@TlotloTsamaase is formalizing her mentorship program for Southern African speculative fiction writers! Open to published and unpublished writers from Botswana and the region. No completed manuscript required, just passion, talent, and discipline ❤️‍🔥 https://t.co/tIIrnrQ8UP

[OkayAfrica @OkayAfrica]

🇰🇪 Olivia Kidula has always believed speculative fiction is about freedom, and she wanted to see that freedom in African literature; so she decided to build a home for it – ‘Will This Be A Problem?’📖

She tells OkayAfrica about the journey: https://t.co/NaLMQWvoqp

[Wole Talabi @WTalabi]

As is now tradition, here are ten or so of the best African speculative short fiction stories from 2025.

https://t.co/0vEnz3SGhO

Featuring stories from @fiyahlitmag @clarkesworld @OmenanaMag @reactormag @GigaNotoSaurus_ @AfroSF @flametreepress @KhoreoMag @_WTBAP + more!

[Mitteiy @mitteiy]

Recommend this podcast by @_WTBAP heavy!

It is well researched, whimsically written and vividly produced. It's an amazing introduction to understanding the many forms of resistance our ancestors mounted. It's informative, entertaining and so inspiring!

https://t.co/6kam0Yq80j

[Will This Be A Problem? @_WTBAP]

Explore the recommended titles and vote for the works that resonated with you.

Voting is open to the public for the Locus Awards, planned for May 30, 2026.

🔗https://t.co/znHIer3dTY

[Will This Be A Problem? @_WTBAP]

Spotlight: African Works on the 2025 Locus Recommended Reading List

Huge congratulations to the African writers and editors featured on the 2025 Locus Recommended Reading List 🧵

[Will This Be A Problem? @_WTBAP]

SHORT STORIES
Congratulations to @plangdi_neple and Jarune Uwujaren

[Omenana speculative fiction magazine @OmenanaMag]

We are excited to announce that "Ne'za's Yearning" by @EugenBacon, published in Omenana, is shortlisted for the 2025 Aurealis Awards in the Best Young Adult Short Story category!

Congratulations Eugen!

https://t.co/jexjuIKwcq

[Will This Be A Problem? @_WTBAP]

Gentle reminder that all Issue V stories are now free to read on our website.

🔗 https://t.co/k1Ls0LEjwy

[Will This Be A Problem? @_WTBAP]

Spotlight: 2025 Locus Recommended Reading List!

We’re delighted to share that Issue V of Will This Be A Problem? The Anthology has made the 2025 Locus Recommended Reading List. Congratulations to everyone included.

[Will This Be A Problem? @_WTBAP]

Did you enjoy any of our stories? We’d really appreciate your support. Voting is open to the public for the Locus Awards, which will be held on May 30th. See details on how to cast your vote in the 2025 Poll and Survey.

🔗 https://t.co/W0B8jktfvP