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The mission of the Initiative is to tell Africa’s stories, by Africans, through photography and inspiring artistic interventions

15/08/2026

The Invisible Borders Trans-African Road Trip Project is carried not only by those who get onto the bus, but also by those of us who help piece together its myriad moving parts—from coordination to language and communication.

As we prepare for our next journey, the 11th edition, Invisible Borders is looking for three people to join the wider work of the organisation:

01 · Communications Lead & Social Media Manager02 · Assistant Project Coordinator03 · Assistant to the Artistic Director

These are volunteer roles, remote or in person, with a minimum commitment of twelve months. They are not short-term Road Trip positions: the work continues with Invisible Borders beyond the journey.

We are looking for people who can devote time and contribute knowledge, research, documentation, or production support—and who want to work across borders rather than about them.

To apply, visit invisible-borders.com/volunteer/. Please read the FAQ thoroughly before proceeding to the application form.

Applications are reviewed as they arrive.

09/05/2026

“We go into this road trip wearing two faces: one at the back, turned to history, and the other in front overlooking a possible future as our feet ground our bodies in an ever-shifting present.”

From the archive of the Invisible Borders Trans-African Road Trip, this post features 9 slides:

1. Border Beings - Participants of the Trans-African Road Trip, Lagos Maputo 2018.

2. Excerpt of writings from the Trans-African Road Trip by Emeka Okereke, IB Road Trip, Lagos-Kigali, 2018.

3. Lesedi Mogoathle, photograph by Jide Odukoya, Ikom, Cross River, IB Road Trip, Lagos - Libreville 2012.

4. La Nouvelle Expression, Douala, Cameroun by Emeka Okereke, IB Road Trip, Lagos to Libreville, 2012.

5. Many Have Gone by Emeka Okereke, Forest, Jos Road, Plateau State, IB Road Trip Lagos - Addis Ababa, 2011.

6. St George and the Fallen Dragon (performed by Christian Nyampeta) by Emeka Okereke, Onitsha, Nigeria, Lagos - Libreville IB 2012.

7. Cruising by Emeka Okereke, IB Road Trip, Lagos - Dakar 2010.

8. Here is Wole, Where Are the Audience? Photograph by Amaize Ojeikere, Cotonou, Republic of Benin, IB Road Trip, Lagos to Dakar, 2010.

9. Emmanuel, Emeka and Jide, IB Trans-African Road Trip Lagos to Libreville, 2012. Photograph by Mario Macilau, Ekok Road, Cameroon.

29/04/2026

VOLUNTEER WITH US

Invisible Borders invites volunteers to take part in the unfolding of its work in 2026 and beyond, with particular attention to the 11th edition of the Trans-African Road Trip: Marrakesh – Lagos 2026.

Volunteering is part of Invisible Borders’ methodology of collective and collaborative practice. As such, all administrative roles within the organisation are volunteer positions.

This is an invitation to contribute to a long-term artistic and research project through coordination, research, communication, documentation, logistics, and other forms of support.

Apply / learn more:
invisible-borders.com/volunteer (also linked in bio)

25/04/2026

“Artists and writers who travelled as part of Invisible Borders did not show everyday spaces — markets, streets, restaurants, roads, malls, and people — as being in need of repair or development, but as places where life occurs without judgment; with mirth, theatricality, and beauty.”

Slide 1: Dilemma of a New Age | Emeka Okereke | Aba, Nigeria | IB Road Trip 2012

Photograph enacted by fellow participant, the writer Emmanuel Iduma

Slide 2: Such a City | Lilian Novo Isioro | Yaoundé, Cameroon | IB Road Trip 2012

Slide 3: Excerpt of writings by Emmanuel Iduma | IB Road Trip 2011

Slide 4: Cash Man | Ray Daniels Okeugo | Kumasi, Ghana | IB Road Trip 2010

Slide 5: Missiliyath – 12 Years | Jide Odukoya | Libreville, Gabon | IB Road Trip 2012

From the archive of the Invisible Borders Trans-African Road Trip.

19/04/2026

We’re sharing the itinerary and planned route for the 11th edition of the Invisible Borders Trans-African Road Trip, which will journey by road from Marrakesh to Lagos in 2026.

The open call is open to artists, photographers, writers, filmmakers, researchers, and practitioners from all parts of the world.

This edition includes two modes of participation:
Core Participation for the full journey, and Module Participation for one of three route segments.

Visit invisible-borders.com/opencall — also linked in bio.

Please read the guidelines and artistic statement carefully before applying.

The application is bilingual. Applicants may apply in English or French.

If you are interested in partnering or collaborating with us for this edition, please write to: [email protected]

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16/04/2026

OPEN CALL
11th Edition of the Invisible Borders Trans-African Road Trip
Marrakesh — Lagos 2026

Invisible Borders is pleased to announce the Open Call for the 11th edition of the Trans-African Road Trip, unfolding from Marrakesh to Lagos between 10 October and 26 November 2026.

Titled Re-tracing the path of Stars, this edition approaches Africa as a living story of journeys. It invites artists, photographers, writers, filmmakers, researchers, and practitioners to engage the road as a site of encounter, enquiry, relation, and creation.

For over fifteen years, Invisible Borders has brought together artists and thinkers through collaborative journeys across the African continent, using movement, presence, and exchange as artistic method.

This edition opens participation to applicants from all parts of the world, regardless of nationality.

The application is bilingual. Applicants may apply in English or French.

invisible-borders.com/opencall
Deadline: 31 May 2026

Please read the full Open Call materials carefully before applying.

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