African Philanthropy Media Fellowship (APMF) Cohort 2

About the role

African Philanthropy Media Fellowship (APMF) Cohort 2 is a 6-week virtual fellowship designed to equip emerging African journalists, content creators, and media practitioners with skills, knowledge, and networks to tell impact-driven stories and shape narratives around African philanthropy and development. The fellowship provides practical training, mentorship, and opportunities to produce publishable stories amplifying African narratives. Eligibility includes early-career journalists, media practitioners, storytellers, social impact content creators, and citizens of African countries. Applicants must have stable internet access and a computer to participate.

Requirements

• Early-career journalists
• Media practitioners
• Storytellers
• Social impact content creators
• Applicants who are based in or are citizens of an African country

What you get

• Deepen their understanding of Africa's philanthropy ecosystem
• Develop practical, data-driven reporting and storytelling skills
• Produce publishable stories amplifying African narratives, actors and solutions
• Receive mentorship and editorial support
• Gain access to publication opportunities through Philanthropy Circuit and partner networks
• Build valuable connections with other journalists, storytellers and media practitioners

The offer

• Type: internship

Important dates

• Deadline: Nov 21, 2026
• Start: Oct 10, 2026

Location

• Remote: Open to anyone