Category: Opportunities
East African photo competition open for Submissions
The Uganda Press Photo Award (UPPA) is now accepting entries for the East African Photography Award (EAPA). Visual storytellers from Burundi, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Sudan, South Sudan, and Uganda are invited to participate in this prestigious competition. Organized by the FOTEA Foundation in partnership with the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Uganda and other sponsors, the EAPA aims…
East Africa Safety Training for Local & Freelance Journalists
The ACOS (A Culture of Safety) Alliance, in collaboration with IREX, is proud to announce the East Africa Safety Training 2024, specifically designed for local and freelance journalists based in East Africa. This vital three-day course, in alignment with the ACOS Alliance Safety Principles, aims to equip journalists with the skills and knowledge necessary to…
Digital Skills Training for Unemployed Graduates in Kenya
The Inter-University Council of East Africa (IUCEA) and GIZ have unveiled the “Digital Skills for an Innovative East African Industry” (dSkills@EA) program, a golden opportunity for unemployed graduates in Kenya and other East African countries to enhance their digital competencies. This initiative aims to bridge the digital skills gap by providing training in data analysis,…
Call for Applications: Accelerate your Business with Kenya Stanbic Bank Grant of Upto $25,000
The United States African Development Foundation (USADF), in partnership with the Stanbic Kenya Foundation (SKF), invites applications for grant financing and local support from small and medium enterprises to help them address gaps in their internal systems and capabilities to 100% meet investment requirements by commercial investors. Applications will only be accepted from registered private…
Win Up to €500 in African Youth Storytelling Contest
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) – Young people from all corners of Africa are being called upon to share their stories about the vital environmental and social issues impacting the continent through a new storytelling contest. Launched by the Global Landscapes Forum (GLF) and the Youth in Landscapes Initiative (YIL), “The Stories of Africa” contest aims to…
JournalismAI Discovery Offers Free Online Course on AI in Journalism
In an effort to democratize knowledge and empower journalists, JournalismAI Discovery is offering a free online course that delves into the key principles of artificial intelligence (AI) in journalism. Whether you’re a seasoned journalist, an editor, a product manager, or simply someone interested in the intersection of AI and media, this course is designed for…
## WRITING TRAINING MASTERCLASS
Module 1: Introduction #### Title **Writing Powerful/Catchy Headlines** 1. **Start with a Working Title** – Your working title is not going to be perfect the first time but it will help guide your writing. 2. **Hook your audience**. A simple sentence with a captivating lead will often grab your audience’s attention. Use provocative statements, questions,…
Free AI Training by Mastercard & ALX: Unlock New Career Paths in Africa
NAIROBI, Kenya – April 11, 2024 – ALX Africa, a leader in tech education on the continent, has announced the upcoming launch of their AI Career Essentials (AiCE) program, specifically designed for African professionals. This initiative is fully funded by Mastercard Foundation, making it completely free for eligible candidates. What is the ALX AI Career…
Apply to Humphrey Fellowship Program in the USA 2024 (Worldwide)
Are you an experienced professional from a developing country looking to enhance your leadership skills and gain valuable experience in the United States? The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State, could be the opportunity you’ve been seeking. The Humphrey Program brings accomplished mid-career professionals from designated countries around the…
Young Kenyan Journalists Eligible for UN Fellowship: Apply by April 5th!
Journalists who are 25 to 35 years old and from developing countries can apply for a fellowship to report on the United Nations from September to November 2024. The fellowship, sponsored by the Dag Hammarskjöld Scholarship Fund for Journalists, gives participants the opportunity to report on international affairs during the 79th session of the United…