- Grant Amount – $5,000
- Deadline – January 09, 2026
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The International Center for Journalists (ICFJ), the ONE Campaign, and the Elliott family are pleased to announce the Michael Elliott Award for Excellence in African Storytelling.
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The award honors up-and-coming journalists in Africa who strive to strengthen people’s voices and illuminate the transformational change taking place on the continent. The award entries must represent groundbreaking journalistic work published between December 1, 2024, and December 1, 2025.
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Winners will be selected on the quality of their piece and the impact their work has had in communities. They welcome excellent submissions in all media, especially those that demonstrate analytical skills in addition to outstanding writing ability.
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Benefits
- The award offers an exceptional opportunity for emerging African journalists to gain international recognition for their impactful work. Winners will receive a $5,000 cash prize along with a personalized award certificate, acknowledging their excellence in reporting and storytelling.
- Beyond the monetary reward, winners will also have the unique chance to complete a two-week internship at The Economist in London, UK, from June 22, 2026, to July 3, 2026.
Eligibility:
- Open to English-speaking journalists based in Africa who work in print, broadcast, or online news media, and have no more than ten years of journalism experience.
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