The Commonwealth Short Story Prize is an annual literary award that celebrates and promotes new writing from across the Commonwealth nations. It invites submissions from writers aged 18 and over, offering a platform for diverse voices and stories. The prize aims to highlight the richness of storytelling in various cultures and languages. Winners are selected from five regions: Africa, Asia, Canada and Europe, the Caribbean, and the Pacific. The overall winner receives a cash prize, and selected stories are published in an anthology. This initiative is supported by the Commonwealth Foundation, which seeks to foster creativity and cultural exchange.