AIJC Investigative Journalism Masterclass 2026

The African Investigative Journalism Conference (AIJC) Masterclass 2026 is an intensive three-day training course on digital forensics, OSINT tools, verification, AI and data journalism. It is conducted in English and takes place in Nairobi, Kenya, preceding the AIJC2026 conference. The Masterclass is part of the AIJC programme and is hosted by the Wits Centre for Journalism in association with partners including Bellingcat and DW Akademie.

Attendance to AIJC2026 and its training sessions; potential travel and accommodation support.

Masterclass fellowships will be granted to experienced investigative journalists, editors and trainers from African countries, based on their track records and recent work.

Apply via the provided Google Forms link.