Program
Writing workshops
Write with clarity, confidence and impact. Guided writing sessions, constructive peer feedback and interactive discussions help members craft persuasive essays and find a compelling voice.
- Structure
- Argument
- Style
- Editing
Programs
Ways to read, write and grow with Skrive.
Our flagship is the yearly Skrive essay competition, supported by writing workshops and, in future, reading clubs.
Other programs
Beyond the essay competition.
Our flagship program is detailed further down this page — here's how else you can get involved with Skrive.
Program
Book Review
Readers share thoughtful reviews of our book of the month, with the best one winning GH₵1,000 and a gift basket.
The 2026 submission window (1 February to 1 March 2026) has closed.
Read moreComing later
Reading clubs
Group readings and thoughtful discussion to strengthen reading habits and critical thinking. A future expansion of Skrive.
About the reading clubComing later
Vocational Skills
Hands-on sessions in craftmanship and technical skills, helping young people turn creativity into practical, marketable talent. A future expansion of Skrive.
Flagship
The Skrive Essay Competition
A yearly essay-writing contest where young Ghanaian writers inspire, empower and make an impact with their words.
Who can enter
Open to Ghanaians between the ages of 16 and 25.
How to enter
Compose an essay on the theme, with a minimum length of 1,500 words, and submit your entry in PDF format to info@skriveorganization.com.
Entry requirements
- One submission per participant
- Original work only (no plagiarism)
- A minimum of 1,500 words
- Typed, double-spaced, in 12-point Times New Roman or Arial
- Submitted as a PDF file
- A title page with your essay title, name, age, school and contact information
- All sources properly cited
Questions? Read our FAQ.
This year
The 2026 theme
Should education in Ghana focus more on practical application than theoretical knowledge?
16 March 2026 to 16 June 2026. Each year brings a new theme that goes beyond the standard curriculum.
Questions writers considered
- Does our current approach prepare students for real-world challenges?
- How can we balance traditional academic knowledge with practical skills?
- What would a truly transformative education look like for Ghana's future?
Prizes
What our winners take home.
1st prize
GH₵5,000
- A laptop
- Educational supplies
- Certificate of participation
2nd prize
GH₵3,000
- Educational supplies
- Certificate of participation
3rd prize
GH₵2,000
- Educational supplies
- Certificate of participation
Why take part
More than just a competition.
A platform to grow, connect and make your voice heard nationally.
Showcase your talent
Gain national recognition for your writing skills.
Win real prizes
GH₵10,000 in cash, plus a laptop and educational supplies.
Build your portfolio
Add a prestigious achievement to your academic profile.
Develop critical skills
Strengthen your research, analysis and communication.
Meet fellow writers
Connect with like-minded young people across Ghana.
Voice your ideas
Contribute to important national conversations.
The process
How the competition works
- 01
Announcement
The yearly contest is announced online, on social media and through schools and youth groups, along with the year's theme.
- 02
Write
Compose an essay on the theme, with a minimum length of 1,500 words.
- 03
Submit
Email your entry as a PDF to info@skriveorganization.com before the closing date.
- 04
Judging
A panel of published authors, editors and educators reads every essay and scores it on four criteria.
- 05
Winners announced
The top three writers are announced and celebrated on this website.
- 06
Prize giving
Winners receive their awards at a prize-giving event.
Judging
Four criteria for every essay.
A panel of published authors, editors and educators reads every entry and scores it on the same four criteria.
- OriginalityFresh ideas and unique perspectives.
- CraftsmanshipQuality of writing, structure and style.
- Alignment with the themeEach argument reinforces the theme.
- Overall cohesionHow well all the elements work together.