The Children's Africana Book Awards have been awarding books since 1991.
See all CABA Winners by Category.
Children’s Africana Book Awards
The Children’s Africana Book Awards (CABA) are presented annually to the authors and illustrators of the best children’s and young adult books on Africa published or republished in the U.S. Africa Access and the Outreach Council of the African Studies Association (ASA) created CABA in 1991 to encourage the publication and use of accurate, balanced children’s materials about Africa. #CABAbooks
The Center for African Studies at Howard University is the institutional base for the Awards.
About CABA
CABA has three major objectives:
- to encourage the publication of children’s and young adult books that contribute to a better understanding of African societies and issues,
- to recognize literary excellence,
- and to acknowledge the research achievements of outstanding authors and illustrators.
The awards are presented in two categories:
- Picture Books
- Chapter Books
CABA Nomination Process
To nominate a book for a CABA Award, learn about the criteria and nomination process here.
Save the Date!
Join us for the 2025 Children’s Africana Book Awards (CABA) Ceremony at Howard University!
Saturday, November 1, 2025
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
School of Education Auditorium
Miner Building, Howard University
2565 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001
Announcing the 2025 CABA Winners!
See the 2025 CABA Winners
2024 CABA Video Highlights
Photos from the 2024 CABA Awards Luncheon
Check out photos from the Children’s Africana Book Awards (CABA) 2024 Awards Luncheon on our Facebook page!
