Dakar’s international literature festival celebrates contemporary african writings
literature festival / talks & debates
Dakar’s international literature festival (FILID): a celebration of contemporary african and global writings
For its fifth edition, the International Literature Festival of Dakar (FILID) returns to the Institut français du Sénégal, bringing together voices from Africa and beyond to explore the richness of contemporary literary creation through discussions, readings, and interactive sessions.
Saturday, May 16, 2026
Institut français du Sénégal, cinema hall
This year’s FILID edition will unite authors, readers, publishers, and literature enthusiasts for a day dedicated to African and international literary expressions. Attendees can look forward to thought-provoking discussions, vibrant debates, and immersive exchanges with some of the most compelling voices in modern storytelling.
Key details
- Date: May 16, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM
- Venue: Institut français du Sénégal, cinema hall
Institut français Léopold Sédar Senghor
89, rue Joseph T. Gomis
Dakar, Sénégal
Dakar, Sénégal
