African Investigative Journalism Conference (#AIJC2024) Fellowships

Applications are now open for the Fully Funded African Investigative Journalism Conference (#AIJC2024) Fellowships. If you’re a practicing investigative journalist under 30, don’t miss the chance to attend this event at Wits University in Johannesburg from October 30 to November 1, 2024.

The fellowship is an opportunity to listen to good speakers, panels, masterclasses, and workshops, and even interact with some of Africa’s most outstanding investigative journalists. This year’s conference focuses on data journalism, cyber/cryptocurrency-related crimes, journalism investigations into NFTs, journalist safety, and health-investigative journalism.

Fellowships Summary:

Fellowship Sponsor(s): The African Investigative Journalism Conference

Host Institution(s): Wits University in Johannesburg

Fellowship Worth: Fully Funded

Number of Awards: Several

Study Level: Practicing Investigative Journalists

Nationality: Africans

Requirements and eligibility criteria;

Applicants must commit to creating one investigative journalism piece (online, print, or broadcast) based on content gathered at the 2024 conference.
The piece must be published within three months of the conference’s conclusion.
Applicants must provide proof of identity for age verification.

Fellowship Benefits:

Coverage of major travel expenses (flights, visas, shuttles).
Accommodation and meals are included.

Application Procedures (How to apply);

Eligible candidates interested in applying for the #AIJC2024 should submit their application using the Online application portal on or before the official deadline.

Application Deadline: September 10, 2024

For more information about this opportunity, Visit the Official Webpage.