Are you a young professional working in Africa’s news media industry? Do you have big dreams for your journalism career but feel you’re missing the practical skills and mentorship needed to take the next step? The Africa Elevate Scholarship is here to change that.
Designed specifically for high-potential early-career media professionals, this unique scholarship programme by INMA (International News Media Association) is set to ignite careers, foster community, and build a new generation of media leaders across Africa.
Why the Africa Elevate Scholarship?
The media landscape in Africa is rapidly evolving. From audience development and digital transformation to AI adoption and business strategy — success in journalism today demands more than just passion. It takes mentorship, training, and connection.
This is where Africa Elevate comes in — a scholarship programme dedicated to bridging the gap between talent and opportunity, offering participants the chance to learn, grow, and thrive within a vibrant pan-African media community.
🚀 Benefits for Participants
- Real-World Insight: Learn what it truly takes to navigate your media career in Africa today
- Networking: Connect with like-minded peers and future collaborators across the continent
- Professional Growth: Boost your CV with verified certification and selection to an exclusive programme
- Exclusive Content: Get access to four powerful virtual mentorship modules tailored to Africa’s media landscape
- 1-Year INMA Membership: Enjoy access to a global network of news media professionals and resources
💼 Benefits for Media Companies
- Spot and support emerging talent
- Invest in employee development and retention
- Position your rising stars for long-term success within the company
- Demonstrate your commitment to media innovation and career development
🧭 What You’ll Learn
The scholarship features four dynamic virtual mentorship modules designed to prepare you for the realities of modern media:
- June 19 – Understanding the Business of Media
- July 24 – Navigating the Corridors of Power in Media
- August 14 – What to Know Now About Digital Transformation
- September 18 – How AI is Being Deployed at Media Companies
Participants will also receive access to module recordings, a dedicated WhatsApp peer group, and a certificate of completion.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
To apply, you must:
- Be under the age of 35
- Have fewer than 5 years of experience in the news industry
- Be employed by a news media organization in Africa
- Show a clear need for on-the-job training and practical education
🧠 Only 75 applicants will be selected. Make your application count!
📅 Key Dates & Fees
- Application Deadline: April 16, 2025
- Scholarship Recipients Announced: May 29, 2025
- Programme Begins: June 19, 2025
- Application Fee: Free
✨ Take the Leap – Elevate Your Future
If you’re driven, talented, and eager to grow in the news media industry, this is your opportunity to gain skills, recognition, and community — all while preparing to lead the future of journalism in Africa.
👉 Click here to apply now
📩 Got questions? Reach out to us today.
Let Africa Elevate be the spark that powers your media journey. Don’t wait — apply before April 16 and step into the next level of your career!
