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AFRIENERGY COMMS LAB FELLOWSHIP 2026: COHORT II

Programme: AfriEnergy Comms Lab Fellowship
Duration: Four weeks
Mode: Online
Eligible Applicants: Early-career journalists, communications professionals, recent graduates, and NYSC corps members across Africa
Application Deadline: 18 October 2026
Funding: Unpaid fellowship

ABOUT THE FELLOWSHIP

Applications are open for Cohort II of the AfriEnergy Comms Lab Fellowship, a four-week intensive masterclass designed for early-career journalists and communications professionals across Africa.

The programme is part of the Ananse Comms Lab, the knowledge infrastructure of Africa Energy Pulse. It aims to strengthen participants’ knowledge and practical skills in energy and climate reporting, policy, governance, finance, and data storytelling.

Through expert-led sessions, practical exercises, and peer learning, participants will develop the skills needed to understand Africa’s energy landscape and communicate complex energy and climate issues clearly and effectively.

WHO CAN APPLY?

The fellowship is open to:

• Early-career journalists and communications professionals across Africa.
• Professionals working in journalism, media, communications, and related fields.
• Recent graduates interested in energy and climate communication.
• National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members interested in developing their reporting and communication skills.

BENEFITS OF THE FELLOWSHIP

1. Live Masterclasses and Learning Resources
   Participate in intensive expert-led sessions and access an exclusive learning platform to develop your knowledge of energy and climate reporting.
2. Publication Opportunities
   Gain opportunities to develop publish-ready work, with selected pieces potentially featured on Africa Energy Pulse and partner platforms. Participants will receive editorial guidance.
3. Mentorship and Professional Exposure
   Learn from global mentors and industry experts working across the energy and climate sectors.
4. Networking and Community
   Join a growing community of journalists and communicators across Africa and beyond for peer learning, collaboration, and professional networking.
5. Certificate of Completion
   Receive a certificate upon successful completion of the programme.
6. Practical Portfolio Development
   Build a portfolio of work that demonstrates your ability to communicate complex energy and climate issues effectively.

PROGRAMME COMMITMENT

The fellowship runs for four weeks and requires participants to attend two sessions each week.

Please note that this is an unpaid programme. Applicants must be able to commit to the full duration and participate in the scheduled sessions.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested and eligible applicants should complete the online application form using the link below.

Application Form

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 18 OCTOBER 2026

If you are passionate about journalism, communications, energy, or climate issues, this fellowship offers an opportunity to strengthen your skills, build your portfolio, and connect with professionals shaping Africa’s energy narrative.