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ICFJ/ONE Michael Elliott Award for Excellence in African Storytelling

🏛 ICFJ and ONE 📍 Worldwide 📅 2025
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About this opportunity

An award recognizing up-and-coming journalists in Africa for high-quality storytelling, with a US$5,000 cash prize and a two-week professional development program at The Economist’s headquarters in London, UK.

Benefits & funding

Cash prize and a two-week professional development program at The Economist’s London HQ.

Eligibility

Open to English-speaking journalists working in Africa who have no more than 10 years of journalism experience; submit one published piece in English that represents Africa with impactful storytelling.

How to apply

Submit one published piece in English that demonstrates Africa-focused reporting; ensure submission conforms to the stated timeframe and language requirements.

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