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BBC is hiring Senior Journalist in Nigeria
DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 9, 2026 — BBC seeks a highly successful Senior Journalist to supervise the production and outputting of its Focus on Africa TV programme. Focus on Africa is BBC’s flagship news and current affairs programme [...]
Conferences & Scholarships
2026 Climate Investigations Training Scholarship
DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 11, 2026 — The Centre for Investigative Journalism is currently accepting applications for this 2026 Climate Investigations Training Scholarship. The scholarship will provide 10 experienced journalists, who want to upskill and use investigative [...]
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8 media opportunities closing in February
This list of 8 media opportunities closing in February 2026 presents timely chances for journalists, writers and media professionals to gain recognition, build skills and advance their careers. It features a strong mix of awards, [...]
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CJID’s capacity building on platform accountability reporting fellowship
DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 13, 2026 — The Centre for Journalism, Innovation and Development (CJID) invites journalists to apply for this three-day capacity building on platform accountability reporting fellowship. Applicants must be practicing journalists and must demonstrate [...]
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YouthHubAfrica media internship programme open for applications
DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 18, 2026 — YouthHubAfrica Media Internship Programme (MIP) is open to Abuja-based young creatives who want to build in-demand 21st-century digital media and employability skills. If you are a young graduate interested in [...]

8 media opportunities closing in February
January 31, 2026 Comments Off on 8 media opportunities closing in February
20 media opportunities you shouldn’t miss in January 2026
December 31, 2025 Comments Off on 20 media opportunities you shouldn’t miss in January 2026
9 media opportunities closing in December 2025
November 27, 2025 Comments Off on 9 media opportunities closing in December 2025
Excellence in Tax Reporting Award to open in December
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9 media opportunities in November and beyond
October 28, 2025 Comments Off on 9 media opportunities in November and beyond
17 media opportunities for journalists in October
October 1, 2025 Comments Off on 17 media opportunities for journalists in October

2026 courage in journalism awards nomination

January 18, 2026 Comments Off

DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 1, 2026 — Nominations are open for the International Women Media Fund (IWMF)’s 2026 Courage in Journalism Awards. The annual awards honour women and nonbinary journalists who set themselves apart by exhibiting extraordinary […]

2026 Anja Niedringhaus Courage in Photojournalism Award

January 18, 2026 Comments Off

DEADLINE: MARCH 31, 2026 — The Anja Niedringhaus Courage in Photojournalism Award celebrates the courageous work of women photojournalists. The International Women Media Fund (IWMF) is accepting applications and third-party nominations for this award that […]

2026 One World Media Awards open for applications

January 12, 2026 Comments Off

DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 9, 2026 — Journalists can submit entries for the 2026 One World Media Awards, which celebrate underreported stories from around the world. The One World Media Awards recognise the best media coverage from […]

2025 Alfred Opubor Prize for Campus Journalism open for entries

October 1, 2025 Comments Off

DEADLINE: OCTOBER 10, 2025— The Centre for Journalism Innovation & Development (CJID) is inviting student journalists from universities and polytechnics across Nigeria to submit their best work for recognition in the 2025 edition of Alfred […]

Youth Digest’s 2025 campus journalism awards open for entries

October 1, 2025 Comments Off

DEADLINE: OCTOBER 14, 2025 — The Youths Digest Campus Journalism Initiative is accepting entries for the 2025 Campus Journalism Awards (CJA). The Campus Journalism Awards recognise and celebrate the outstanding contributions of student journalists across […]

Campus journalists across West Africa can submit pitches

September 7, 2024 Comments Off

DEADLINE: ROLLING — The Next Gen/Campus Reporter project seeks story pitches from campus journalists across West Africa. Selected campus journalists will produce stories on subnational issues, innovative solutions, data stories, investigations, or features. The budget […]

2026 Climate Investigations Training Scholarship

January 31, 2026 Comments Off

DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 11, 2026 — The Centre for Investigative Journalism is currently accepting applications for this 2026 Climate Investigations Training Scholarship. The scholarship will provide 10 experienced journalists, who want to upskill and use investigative […]

International Media Studies master’s degree scholarship programme

December 31, 2025 Comments Off

DEADLINE: MARCH 15, 2026 — Journalists can apply for this International Media Studies master’s degree scholarship programme in Bonn, Germany. The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) offers scholarships, in partnership with Deutsche Welle (DW-Akademie Bonn) […]

Erasmus Mundus Master’s in Journalism, Media and Globalisation open for applications

November 2, 2025 Comments Off

DEADLINE: JANUARY 10, 2026 — Applications are currently open for the Erasmus Mundus Master’s in Journalism, Media and Globalisation. The Mundus Journalism 2026-2028 programme requires applicants to have at least 3 months of journalistic experience. This […]

2026 Club of Rome communications fellowship

January 22, 2026 Comments Off

DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 20, 2026 —Applications are currently open for the 2026 Club of Rome Communications Fellowship. This Communications Fellowship is a seven-month mentoring programme aimed at increasing the diversity of voices covering sustainability issues and […]

2026 Y. Eva Tan Conservation Reporting Fellowship

December 31, 2025 Comments Off

DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 1, 2026 — Aspiring, early-career environmental journalists can apply for the 2026 Y. Eva Tan Conservation Reporting Fellowship programme by Mongabay. The Y. Eva Tan Conservation Reporting Fellowship provides opportunities for journalists from […]

International journalists can apply for 2026 World Press Institute fellowship

December 31, 2025 Comments Off

DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 15, 2026 — Professional journalists from around the world can apply for the 2026 World Press Institute (WPI) Fellowship. The fellowship, which aims to advance journalistic excellence and expand professional horizons, is for […]

CJID’s capacity building on platform accountability reporting fellowship

January 31, 2026 Comments Off

DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 13, 2026 — The Centre for Journalism, Innovation and Development (CJID) invites journalists to apply for this three-day capacity building on platform accountability reporting fellowship. Applicants must be practicing journalists and must demonstrate […]

YouthHubAfrica media internship programme open for applications

January 29, 2026 Comments Off

DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 18, 2026 — YouthHubAfrica Media Internship Programme (MIP) is open to Abuja-based young creatives who want to build in-demand 21st-century digital media and employability skills. If you are a young graduate interested in […]

AI accountability training for student journalists across Nigeria

January 15, 2026 Comments Off

DEADLINE: JANUARY 25, 2026 — Student journalists in Nigeria’s tertiary institutions can apply for this AI accountability training. This training is designed to build the capacity of student journalists across Nigeria on how to report […]

Global Media Defence Fund opens for proposals

December 22, 2025 Comments Off

DEADLINE: JANUARY 2, 2026 — The Global Media Defence Fund by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) is accepting proposals for partnerships. This Call seeks to provide financial support to local, regional, […]

UNESCO’s Global Media Defence Fund open for proposals

November 20, 2025 Comments Off

DEADLINE: JANUARY 2, 2026 — The Global Media Defence Fund of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) is accepting proposals. This call seeks to provide financial support to local, regional, and global not-for-profit […]

IWMF’s Kim Wall Memorial Fund for women, nonbinary journalists

November 11, 2025 Comments Off

DEADLINE: DECEMBER 7, 2025 — The International Women Media Foundation (IWMF)’s Kim Wall Memorial Fund will provide $5,000 grants to journalists. The grant will fund women or nonbinary reporters covering subcultures and the undercurrents of […]

Back to the root: My return to the studio for value addition
March 14, 2023 Comments Off on Back to the root: My return to the studio for value addition
By Jamiu Folarin— On Wednesday 8th February 2023, after completing a ten-day intensive training ahead of a national assignment, I was about to leave for another engagement when I received a call from Dr Niran Malaolu, [...]
My passion for journalism supersedes my academic pursuit ― Abe, best campus journalist in Ogun
December 24, 2021 Comments Off on My passion for journalism supersedes my academic pursuit ― Abe, best campus journalist in Ogun
Winning ‘Campus Journalist of the Year’ award came as a surprise ― Ishaq-Ringim
December 21, 2021 Comments Off on Winning ‘Campus Journalist of the Year’ award came as a surprise ― Ishaq-Ringim

MIT Technology Review seeks pitches from freelance writers
October 29, 2025 Comments Off on MIT Technology Review seeks pitches from freelance writers
MIT Technology Review is accepting pitches from freelance writers of all skill levels and from all backgrounds. Priority will be given to writers with backgrounds that are traditionally underrepresented in technology and science journalism, and [...]
Call for pitches: Climate Home News seeks stories on mineral supply chains
September 7, 2025 Comments Off on Call for pitches: Climate Home News seeks stories on mineral supply chains
Climate Home News seeks pitches from freelance journalists, others
August 12, 2025 Comments Off on Climate Home News seeks pitches from freelance journalists, others

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