African Investigative Journalism Conference

Had the opportunity of pitching, being accepted & funded to co-facilitate a workshop focused on solutions journalism & investigative journalism with @WamwariCK at the AIJC in 2024. Then it happened in South Africa. Glad to see it's going to Kenya this year. If you have an idea, pitch it. It's a fantastic place to learn & connect with colleagues. @beetromp & the team do a great job of curating, coordinating and supporting participants to attend. #SoJoNigeria

A Call for Input! Got a topic or some particular training that you think would enhance this year’s @AIJC_Conference taking place at @AKU_GSMC? #AIJC2026 is inviting suggestions for a speaker, a panel, a theme or some training. Deadline: April 5. twp.ai/4iwRMp

JOB OPPORTUNITY: The WCJ and partners seek a Network Lead for its Africa Investigative Journalism Network (AIJN). Applicants should have strong experience in investigative journalism and a track record in building networks. 🗓 Deadline: 28 Feb. Details: t.ly/JMee9

JOB OPPORTUNITY: The Wits Centre for Journalism, @fojo_int, and @AKU_GSMC seek a Network Lead: Africa Investigative Journalism Network (AIJN), to be based in Nairobi on a part-time basis. 🗓 Deadline: 28 February. Details: t.ly/JMee9

NEW: The Shadow Fleet, an investigation by Malawian journalist and 2025 @AIJC_Conference Masterclass fellow Jack McBrams, has been recognised by @GIJN as one of the top investigative stories from Africa in 2025. Read more here: t.ly/1p3BV

ICYMI: The call for proposals is ongoing for the 2026 @AIJC_Conference, taking place at @AKU_GSMC in Nairobi from 10 - 12 November. 💡 Help shape #AIJC2026 by submitting proposals around speakers or sessions here by 5 April: t.ly/o2L62

📢 CALL FOR PROPOSALS: Do you have a topic or training session that you think would enhance this year's conference? 💡 Help shape #AIJC2026, taking place at @AKU_GSMC from 10-12 Nov, by submitting proposals here before 5 April 2026: t.ly/o2L62

SAVE THE DATE: We can't wait to see you all at @AKU_GSMC in Nairobi from 10-12 November for #AIJC2026! Sign up for the @Journ_SA newsletter for regular updates and calls for input in the coming weeks: t.ly/Mugzr

CALL FOR ENTRIES: The WCJ is accepting entries for the 2025/26 Taco Kuiper Award for excellence in investigative journalism, open to all South African or SA-based journalists. Complete the entry form by 13 Feb at 12pm: bit.ly/TKAwards-2026 Queries: tkawards@journalism.co.za

NEW RELEASE FROM CCIJ We’re excited to announce the launch of Democracy Deferred: A Reporter’s Guide for Covering Elections, a handbook designed to support journalists navigating the complexities of election reporting. This guide, based on our experiences investigating Nigeria's 2023 elections, showcases our data methodology and offers step-by-step frameworks to help reporters investigate, verify, and communicate election-related information with accuracy and impact. Whether you're covering your first election or looking to strengthen your investigative approach, this ebook is a resource that will empower your reporting. The handbook is now available in PDF, ePub, and Audiobook formats. Get yours here: buymeacoffee.com/ccij/e/477460

Big News🥳! The African Investigative Journalism Conference (AIJC) is coming to Nairobi in 2026, and GSMC has been named the convener! For 21 years, the AIJC has been anchored in South Africa, and this marks a monumental milestone, signalling East Africa’s rising dominance in the investigative journalism sphere and cementing GSMC’s status as a leader in journalism and media education and training. We are excited and preparing to deliver a dynamic, inclusive, and forward-looking conference. The 2026 edition promises to be more than just a meeting of minds – it will be a celebration of the critical role journalists play in ensuring accountability and driving positive societal change. Read more here: aku.edu/news/Pages/New…

Want to level up your reporting? ​I caught up with the brilliant @Prof_KennyJames 🇳🇬 at #AIJC2025 in South Africa, and he shared his 3 essential tips for anyone just starting their data journalism journey. ​Data is the new evidence, watch for the advice that will help you tell better, more accountable stories! ​#DataJournalism #motivation

NEW: @jageyo, Editor-in-Chief of the @NationMediaGrp 🇰🇪, delivered the keynote address at the 2025 edition of the @AIJC_Conference's African Investigative Journalist of the Year Award gala ceremony on November 6. 🔗 Read his full speech here 👇 twp.ai/4istiJ

From powerful keynotes to cross-border collaboration, the @AIJC_Conference celebrated the best of African watchdog journalism – evidence over assumption, verification over sensation. The next chapter begins in Kenya. 🇰🇪 twp.ai/4isvTy

JOB OPPORTUNITY: @amaBhungane has a vacancy for an investigative journalist. Minimum of five years’ reporting experience and a track record of agenda-setting investigative breaks required. 🗓 Deadline: 28 November. Details: t.ly/hwI4U

The 21th edition of @AIJC_Conference, organised by @Journ_SA & partners, ended on November 7, with over 450 delegates from 50 countries around the world leaving @WitsUniversity richer for the experience in the knowledge gained & new connections made. twp.ai/4iswmQ

NEW: Dr Fatou Bensouda, High Commissioner of The Gambia to the UK and former Chief Prosecutor of the @IntlCrimCourt, delivered the opening keynote at #AIJC2025, "Rising Beyond the Narrative: Africa’s Promise in the 21st Century." 🔗 Full address here: t.ly/P_trp

Well done @AIJC_Conference for hosting a successful conference. Congratulations @BongeMacupe @pontsho_pilane @Andee_Mat for representing black African women journalists and telling our stories. Thank you goes to @fraymediaF for supporting women journalists.

Presented work I've been doing with @OxCIEJ over the past year on #CriticalMinerals with a focus on lithium mining in Southern Africa at #AIJC2025 The session was highly attended with great engagements. Looking forward to taking those further and attending #AIJC2026 in Nairobi🇰🇪

NEW: Over 450 delegates from 50 countries participated in 65+ lectures, workshops and networking sessions at the 21st African Investigative Journalism Conference, held at @WitsUniversity in Johannesburg from 5-7 November. 🔗 Full report: t.ly/DaWCW