African Investigative Journalism Conference 2025 Fellowship

The African Investigative Journalism Conference (AIJC) is offering two fellowship tracks for 2025 — one for early-career journalists under the age of 30 with five or fewer years of experience, and another for mid-career journalists with five or more years of experience. Applications from freelance journalists are welcome.

This fellowship supports journalists in attending AIJC 2025, held at Wits University in Johannesburg from 5 to 7 November 2025. Fellows will receive full sponsorship to participate in Africa’s premier gathering of investigative reporters, gaining exposure to cutting-edge tools, techniques, and regional collaboration opportunities.

Objectives

• Support journalists’ professional development through access to high-quality investigative journalism training and networking.
• Foster collaboration across experience levels and geographies.
• Inspire new investigations and story ideas through participation in AIJC panels, workshops, and discussions.
• Encourage the production of impactful investigative journalism following the conference.

Eligibility

• Early-career journalists under 30 years old with 5 or fewer years of professional experience.
• Mid-career journalists with 5 or more years of experience.
• Freelance journalists affiliated with credible media outlets are encouraged to apply.
• Applicants who hold a valid passport (must be valid at least six months beyond the conference dates).
• Journalists willing to produce and publish one investigative piece (print, online, or broadcast) inspired by the 2025 conference, within three months of its conclusion.
• Individuals able to provide proof of age and identity, and submit a CV that references published work.

Application Deadline: 23 May 2025
Click here to apply