Fellowship

2025-2026 Africa Extractives Media Fellowship

Posted on: 22 Sep, 2025 Deadline: 30 Sep, 2025

The AEMF is a 6-month intensive journalism training programme designed to strengthen reporting on Africa’s extractive industries. The fellowship combines:

Fellow programs for young professionals

Expert-led training sessions
Mentorship from industry leaders
Field reporting opportunities
Networking with stakeholders from government, industry, and civil society

This initiative is led by NewsWire Africa in partnership with leading institutions and organizations committed to transparency, sustainability, and good governance.

Summary

Application Deadline: September 30, 2025
Value: Training, Fellowship
Sponsor: NewsWire Africa
City to study: Accra (Ghana)
Eligible Country: Ghana

Eligibility Criteria for 2025-2026 Africa Extractives Media Fellowship

Early to mid-career journalists based in Ghana
Reporters working in print, broadcast, digital, or multimedia platforms
Strong interest in extractives, climate change, energy transition, or sustainable development
Women journalists are especially encouraged to apply