Celebrating Hausa Culture Through Arts and Literature
The Hausa International Book and Arts Festival is a crisscross festival of arts and language by and for African creatives across Europe, West and East Africa with a touch of what the arts in Hausa ought to be.
Our Mission
The festival opens up discussions about the Hausa language through history, music and arts. We aim to preserve and promote Hausa cultural heritage while fostering connections between global Hausa-speaking communities.
HIBAF provides a platform for African creatives to showcase their work, engage in meaningful dialogue, and celebrate the richness of Hausa arts and literature.
Are you a Festival Academy alum?
Here's your chance to join our eclectic team in bringing the fifth edition of the Hausa International Book and Arts Festival (#HIBAF25) to life!
Our festival is one of 32 unique opportunities across 24 countries, featuring incredible festivals from all disciplines. This initiative, by the Festival Academy in collaboration with the European Festivals Association, is designed to strengthen connections between global festival communities.
Why choose us?
- ✓We are the only indigenous language festival in the network
- ✓Our team is made up of diverse, creative, and passionate young people
- ✓You'll gain hands-on experience in curating a hybrid festival
- ✓Engage meaningfully with our community