Africa Investigative Journalism Lab 2026 Applications Open: Fully Funded Training in Kenya for African Journalists

African Journalists Invited to Apply for Fully Funded Investigative Journalism Lab in Mombasa

Africa Uncensored, in partnership with the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung (KAS) Regional Media Programme for Sub-Saharan Africa, is inviting applications for the Africa Investigative Journalism Lab, an intensive residential training programme designed for emerging African investigative journalists committed to public interest reporting.

Opportunity: Africa Investigative Journalism Lab 2026 (Call for Applications)
Location: Mombasa, Kenya
Application Deadline: 15 August 2026
Training Dates: 4–8 November 2026
Programme Type: One-Week Residential Advanced Training
Eligibility: Mid-Career & Senior Journalists Across Africa
The programme provides participants with practical, hands-on investigative journalism training delivered by experienced investigative reporters, editors and digital forensics experts.

Participants will strengthen real-world investigations while gaining advanced skills in data journalism, source protection, digital verification, legal frameworks and investigative reporting techniques.

The training will take place in Mombasa, Kenya, from 4–8 November 2026.

Training Objectives
Successful participants will:
Strengthen their ability to research, plan and execute high-impact investigative stories.
Develop practical skills in data journalism, Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) and digital verification.
Learn legal, ethical and safety considerations for investigative reporting.
Build a regional network of investigative journalists committed to accountability journalism.
Develop at least one publishable investigative story during the programme.

Who Should Apply?
Applications are encouraged from:
Mid-career and senior journalists with at least three years of active reporting experience.
Journalists with experience or demonstrated interest in investigative and accountability reporting.
Staff reporters, editors, freelancers and multimedia journalists.
Journalists working across print, broadcast and digital media.
Applicants from Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Ethiopia, Somalia and other African countries.
Women journalists are strongly encouraged to apply.

What Participants Will Receive
Selected participants will benefit from:

Mentorship from leading investigative journalists.
Editorial guidance and story development support.
Advanced investigative journalism tools and training materials.
Full residential accommodation throughout the programme.
Return travel support for participants travelling from outside Mombasa.
Certificate of participation upon successful completion.

Selection Criteria
Applications will be evaluated based on:

Demonstrated journalism experience and published work.
Quality and feasibility of the proposed investigative story.
Commitment to accountability journalism.
Motivation for participating in the programme.
Geographic and gender diversity.

Required Application Documents
Applicants should submit:

Completed application form.
Current résumé or CV (maximum three pages).
Investigative story pitch (300–500 words) describing:

The issue to be investigated.
The public interest angle.
Potential sources.
Three published investigative or accountability journalism samples (links or PDFs).
Letter of support from:
An editor or media organisation (staff journalists), or
A commissioning editor, media partner or professional referee (freelance journalists).
About the Organisers
Africa Uncensored
Africa Uncensored is an independent investigative journalism organisation based in Nairobi, Kenya, producing in-depth reporting on governance, corruption, human rights and accountability while strengthening investigative journalism across Africa.

Konrad Adenauer Stiftung (KAS) Regional Media Programme for Sub-Saharan Africa
The KAS Regional Media Programme promotes democracy, the rule of law and independent journalism throughout Sub-Saharan Africa by supporting high-quality media and investigative reporting initiatives.

How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit their applications before Saturday, 15 August 2026.

Application Portal: Africa Investigative Journalism Lab Application Form (https://africauncensored.online/call-for-applications-africa-investigative-journalism-lab/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

For enquiries:

Email: projects@africauncensored.net
Website: Africa Uncensored
(https://africauncensored.online/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

Apply early, as only shortlisted applicants will be considered. (AIJC Africa)