• Dr Neha Paliwal
• Dr Prachi Bajpai

This paper explores the theme of ecological sustainability within the realm of Afro-speculative fiction, focusing on Nicky Drayden's novel The Prey of Gods. Afro-speculative fiction, an evolution of the broader Afrofuturism is characterized by its imaginative exploration of African and diasporic experiences through futuristic and speculative lenses. Drayden's novel presents a unique convergence of environmental justice and African cultural narratives, offering profound insights into the ecological challenges and sustainable solutions pertinent to contemporary African contexts. One such challenge is ecological sustainability, a critical issue that intersects with themes of social justice and cultural resilience. This paper examines Nicky Drayden's The Prey of Gods, a novel that exemplifies the integration of ecological sustainability and environmental justice within Afro-speculative fiction through the broader lens of Eco- criticism, considering identity, culture and sustainability. By analyzing The Prey of Gods, this paper elucidates how Afro-speculative fiction serves as a critical literary medium for advocating ecological awareness and justice.

Key words: afro-speculative, environmental justice, sustainability, afro futurism

"Ecological Sustainability in Afro-Speculative Fiction: Environmental Justice in Nicky Drayden's The Prey of Gods", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.13, Issue 1, page no.c301-c307, January-2026, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2601236.pdf

"Ecological Sustainability in Afro-Speculative Fiction: Environmental Justice in Nicky Drayden's The Prey of Gods", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.13, Issue 1, page no. ppc301-c307, January-2026, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2601236.pdf