Application Deadline: September 4, 2026
About the Fellowships
Applications are now open for the 2026 African Investigative Journalism Conference (AIJC) Francophone Fellowships. The African Investigative Journalism Conference is accepting applications from French-speaking investigative journalists and media professionals from francophone countries in Africa, 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, and Togo. The AIJC is the premier gathering of investigative journalists on the African continent, bringing together practitioners, editors, and media professionals to share knowledge, skills, and networks. The Francophone Fellowships are designed to increase the participation of French-speaking journalists in the conference, promoting cross-regional collaboration and the sharing of investigative techniques across linguistic divides. Applications from freelance journalists are welcome.
Fellowship Benefits
The fellowship will cover major travel costs, including:
- Return flights from your home country to the conference
- Shuttles and transportation
- Accommodation
- Conference fees
- Meals during the conference
Eligibility Requirements
- You must have a valid passport (valid for at least six months after the conference dates)
- Selected fellows are required to produce at least one piece of investigative journalism (online, print, or broadcast) inspired by material gathered at the 2026 conference, to be published no later than three months after its conclusion
- Applicants must provide proof of identity and include a CV that refers to published work
- Applicants must be from one of the eligible francophone African countries
Conference Details
- Dates: November 10–12, 2026
- Location: Edge Convention Centre, Nairobi, Kenya
How to Apply
Application Link: Click here to apply
For More Information: Visit the Official African Investigative Journalism Conference Page
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