Code for Africa Fact-checking Fellowship Program 2026

Code for Africa (CfA), through its African Fact-checking Alliance (AFCA), is offering stipend-based fellowships to journalists and fact-checkers in Southern Africa. The fellowship aims to equip participants with the skills and tools to investigate, debunk misinformation and disinformation and strengthen information integrity in the region. Fellows will publish their projects on their media platforms and receive support to publish internationally, along with hands-on training and mentorship.

Monthly stipend; hands-on technical training; one-on-one mentorship; support to enhance or launch CheckDesks; assistance in publishing projects internationally.

Must be established journalists or digital storytellers with at least one year of media experience and a portfolio of published work; must be affiliated with a media partner and have access to a computer with internet; must be based in one of the eligible Southern African countries and fluent in English and/or French as appropriate.

Apply via the provided form link; deadline for applications is 10 April 2026.