Kaktus Cartoon Award 2025

The Solution / Die Lösung

Worldwide conflicts, wars, inequality, poverty, disasters, climate change… And on top of that, the little problems of everyday life. Resignation and escapism? – Not with us!

Kaktus 2025 proudly presents: The Solution / Die Lösung

Artists have always been an important voice during times of upheaval. Cartoonists, with their often unconventional and humorous contributions, can highlight problems, question preconceived opinions, and thus make a valuable contribution to the debate. So today, we ask the cartoonists of this world: What is the solution?

The solution to what? Each artist decides for themselves. Big or small problems, simple or complex, serious or funny. Because humor can bring the lightness needed to find a solution.

Prize Money: The Kaktus Cartoon Award 2025 - The Solution/Die Lösung honors the three best cartoons, selected by an independent jury. 1. Prize: 2,500 Euro 2. Prize: 1,500 Euro 3. Prize: 1,000 Euro

Submission: Cartoons can be submitted for Kaktus from June 10, 2025 to July 9, 2025. Further information below under “Submit Cartoon”.

Award Ceremony & Exhibition: The best cartoons, selected by an independent jury, will be presented in an exhibition in Linz and on tour. The award ceremony and opening of the exhibition will take place on October 15, 2025, at the Schlossmuseum Linz. The supporting program includes: – Discussion panels on selected topics from the submitted cartoons – “What If…” workshops that inspire future thinking – Award-winning documentary series Draw For Change, offering an insight into the lives and working realities of 6 female cartoonists