The SDG4Kids Animation Contest 2025 by Muna Kalati is calling for powerful animated stories that can inspire African children to build a better future. This is more than just a contest—it’s a chance to use your talent to educate, uplift, and shape Africa’s next generation through the magic of animation.
This year’s theme is “Inspiring African Children and Youth for Sustainable Development”, and participants are invited to create animated videos based on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) like education, gender equality, health, climate action, and more. Whether you’re an individual or part of a team, this is your opportunity to win prizes, gain visibility, and be mentored by world-class animators.
If your story can spark imagination, hope, and action in children, this contest is for you!
Quick Overview of SDG4Kids Animation Contest 2025
- Host Organization: Muna Kalati
- Theme: Inspiring African Children and Youth for Sustainable Development
- Deadline: July 4, 2025
- Submission Format: MP4 or MOV (HD); 3+ minutes
- Eligible Languages: Any African language or English/French/Portuguese (with English subtitles)
- Who Can Apply: Animators, students, NGOs, educators, creative teams
- Prize Value: Up to $1,200 + mentorship, exposure, and tools
- Location: Pan-African (open to all African countries)
Perks of African Storytellers Contest 2025
- Cash prizes up to $1,200 for winners
- Feature on Muna Kalati App and Muna World TV
- Mentorship from top animators in Africa and beyond
- Collaboration opportunities with animation studios
- Audience Choice and Special Mentions Awards
- Free or discounted animation tools for top entries
- Massive visibility across Africa and global platforms
- No entry fee—participation is free and open to all African creatives
Benefits of SDG4Kids Animation Contest 2025
- Teach African children about the SDGs in fun, creative ways.
- Grow your animation portfolio and get noticed by studios and mentors.
- Reach audiences on popular media platforms and educational apps.
- Win awards for storytelling, animation technique, and social impact.
- Share stories that empower youth to take real action.
Exclusions of Muna Kalati Animation Challenge 2025
- Animations must be original (no reused or copied content)
- Videos must be at least 3 minutes long
- Non-African applicants are not eligible
- Low-quality or off-topic submissions will not be considered
- Entries must highlight at least one SDG clearly through a child or youth-centered story
Eligibility Criteria of SDG4Kids Animation Contest 2025
You are eligible if:
- You live in any African country
- You are between 15 and 35 years old (recommended, not strictly enforced)
- You are a 2D/3D/AI animator, student, creative team, educator, or NGO
- You are passionate about storytelling for change
- You can submit in English, French, Portuguese, or any African language (with subtitles)
- Your animation speaks to one or more SDGs and highlights youth actions
- You are available to complete and submit your animation by August 15, 2025
Important Dates of Climate Animation Contest 2025
- Application Deadline: July 4, 2025
- Shortlist Announcement: July 11, 2025
- Work Begins: July 14, 2025
- Final Submission Deadline: August 15, 2025
- Awards Announcement: Date to be confirmed (after submissions close)
How to Apply to the SDG4Kids Animation Contest 2025
- Visit the official contest page
- Click on the application link
- Fill out the online form with your details and proposal
- Share your idea for the animation and how it supports one or more SDGs
- Once shortlisted, you’ll begin production and submit your final animation by the deadline
Required Documents for SDG4Kids Animation Contest 2025
- Short description of your animation idea
- Your personal or team contact information
- Later: Submit your final animation file (MP4 or MOV)
- Include subtitles in English if your animation is in another language
- No extra documents like CVs or transcripts are required
Country-Specific Criteria for the Digital Media Contest for African Countries
This is a Pan-African contest, open to participants from:
- West Africa (e.g., Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal)
- East Africa (e.g., Kenya, Ethiopia, Uganda)
- North Africa (e.g., Egypt, Algeria, Morocco)
- Central Africa (e.g., Cameroon, DRC, Chad)
- Southern Africa (e.g., South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe)
All African nationals or residents with a passion for animation and storytelling can apply.
