Awards

DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 28, 2027 — The Global Investigative Journalism Network (GIJN) is accepting submissions for the 2027 Global Shining Light Award. This award honours investigative journalism in a developing or transitioning country, done under threat, […]

DEADLINE: DECEMBER 31, 2026 — The 2027 Stringer Awards for journalists is currently open for applications. The Stringer Foundation awards multi-year, unrestricted cash awards. Vetted applicants will also receive access to opportunities for security, mental […]

DEADLINE: OCTOBER 24, 2026 — The 21st edition of the annual Wole Soyinka Award for Investigative Reporting is now open for entries from Nigerian journalists. The Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ) rewards, promotes […]

DEADLINE: OCTOBER 31, 2026 — Journalists from around the world are invited to submit entries for the 2027 True Story Award. Each winner receives a prize of USD 20,000. The award recognises written reports by […]

DEADLINE: OCTOBER 23, 2026 — The Youths Digest Campus Journalism Initiative is accepting applications for the 2026 Campus Journalism Awards (CJA 2026). Applications are open to all currently enrolled students of tertiary institutions. This year’s […]

DEADLINE: OCTOBER 31, 2026 — The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is accepting entries for the 2026 ECOWAS Excellence Awards. The ECOWAS Media Excellence Awards 2026 will celebrate the contributions of journalists, reporters, […]

DEADLINE: OCTOBER 16, 2026 — Nominations are currently open for the 2026 Free Press Awards, which recognise journalists and media professionals who have a strong commitment to press freedom and independent information. The awards honour […]

DEADLINE: OCTOBER 30, 2026 —Merck Foundation Media Recognition Awards 2026 seeks entries on diabetes and hypertension reporting. Media representatives are invited to showcase their work to promote a healthy lifestyle and raising awareness about the […]

DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 4, 2026 — The AIPS Sport Media Awards 2026 are open to professional journalists around the world. For the sport media awards, journalists are to submit entries published between November 5, 2025, and November […]