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Durban International Book Fair

The Durban International Book Fair is a literary festival held from August 6 to 10, 2026, at the Umhlanga Apart-Hotel in Durban. The event celebrates literature, heritage, and diverse voices, bringing together local authors, international publishers, poets, and readers.

Date
Aug 6-10, 2026
Location
Durban
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Durban International Book Fair

Event summary

Highlights

  • Celebration of literature, heritage, and diverse voices
  • Participation from local authors, international publishers, and poets
  • Theme: “Word! The Beginning…”
The Durban International Book Fair takes place from Thursday, August 6 to Monday, August 10, 2026, at the Umhlanga Apart-Hotel in Durban. The festival is themed “Word! The Beginning…” and focuses on celebrating storytelling, literature, heritage, and a range of local and national perspectives.

The event features participation from authors, publishers, poets, and readers, with activities designed to encourage engagement between established literary figures and emerging voices. The programme includes author discussions and book-focused presentations.

Practical details

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Umhlanga Apart-Hotel
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