FULLY FUNDED TO NAIROBI : Apply for the African Investigative Journalism Conference Fellowship 2026
Applications are open for French-speaking investigative journalists and media professionals from Francophone African countries to attend the African Investigative Journalism Conference (AIJC) 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya.
The fellowship offers selected journalists an opportunity to participate in one of Africa’s leading investigative journalism gatherings, connect with fellow media professionals, learn from experienced journalists and experts, and develop stories based on insights and material gathered during the conference.
About the Fellowship
The 2026 African Investigative Journalism Conference will take place from 10–12 November 2026 at the Edge Convention Centre in Nairobi, Kenya.
The fellowship is intended for investigative journalists and media professionals working in Francophone Africa. Freelance journalists are also encouraged to apply.
Selected fellows will take part in the conference alongside journalists and other media professionals from across the continent, providing opportunities for learning, networking and collaboration around investigative journalism.
Who Can Apply?
The fellowship is open to French-speaking investigative journalists and media professionals based in eligible Francophone African countries, including:
- Benin
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cameroon
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Comoros
- Côte d'Ivoire
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Djibouti
- Equatorial Guinea
- Gabon
- Guinea
- Madagascar
- Mali
- Niger
- Republic of the Congo
- Rwanda
- Senegal
- Seychelles
- Togo
Freelance journalists are eligible to apply.
Applicants should have a demonstrated interest or experience in investigative journalism and must submit a CV highlighting their published work.
Conference Details
Event: African Investigative Journalism Conference 2026
Dates: 10–12 November 2026
Location: Edge Convention Centre, Nairobi, Kenya
Format: In-person
Language focus: French-speaking journalists from Francophone Africa
This fellowship provides investigative journalists with the chance to strengthen their reporting skills, build professional connections across Africa and turn knowledge gained at the conference into journalism that informs public debate.
Don't miss out on the application deadline which is 4 September 2026 at 5:00 PM SAST.
Scroll down for more details and click on the official link attached below to apply for this opportunity.
Additional Information
- Return flights from the applicant's home country to Nairobi
- Visa costs
- Airport and conference shuttles
- Accommodation
- Conference fees
-Meals during the conference
- Have a valid passport that remains valid for at least six months after the conference.
-Provide proof of identity.
- Submit a CV that includes details of published journalistic work.
- Be prepared to produce at least one investigative journalism piece inspired by material gathered during the conference.
- The required story may be published online, in print or through broadcast media and must be published within three months after the conference.
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