Applications are open for the 2019 African Investigative Journalism Conference at Wits University. The African Investigative Journalism Conference is the premier annual gathering of African investigative journalists – a three-day international conference that focuses exclusively on investigative journalism. Highlights of the conference include skills training sessions, networking, promoting, collaboration and in-depth accounts of major investigative stories. It is hosted by the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg.
This year, the conference will feature more than 50 speakers in workshops, panel discussions and networking sessions, as well as skills training in areas such as advanced data analysis and security. Key speakers include award-winning journalists from across the world, and Africa’s brightest minds in the industry.
Eligibility
The event is open to African investigative journalists (print and broadcast) with a track record in investigative journalism.
Bursary
The bursary will cover flights to Johannesburg, airport transfers in Johannesburg, accommodation, transport to and from the conference, meals and conference fees. It does not cover home-country transport, visa costs or a per diem.
How to Apply
Write a brief motivation (maximum 500 words) and send it with your CV and at least one example of your published or broadcast work (preferably a link) to conference@journalism.co.za
Application Deadline
August 2, 2019.