Masterclass Fellowship on Investigative Journalism Techniques

The African Investigative Journalism Conference (AIJC 2025), hosted by the Wits Centre for Journalism (WCJ) in partnership with SKUP (Norway) and Bellingcat, invites applications for an intensive three-day masterclass on the latest techniques in investigative journalism. This exclusive training will precede the annual AIJC conference taking place from 5 to 7 November 2025 at Wits University in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Project Themes

• Digital forensics
• Open-source intelligence (OSINT) tools
• Artificial Intelligence (AI) in journalism
• Data verification techniques

Eligibility Criteria

• Experienced investigative journalists, editors, and media trainers from African countries
• Applicants with a strong professional track record and recent investigative work
• Individuals who are available to travel between 31 October/1 November and 8/9/10 November 2025
• Applicants with a valid passport and the ability to secure their own visa if required

Deadline: 25 July 2025

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