The IJP Southern African Journalists’ Fellowship 2027 offers journalists from eligible Southern African countries and Kenya a two-month newsroom placement in Germany and a €3,500 bursary. The exchange begins with an introduction in Berlin, then fellows work with a host newsroom while reporting for their home outlets.
Fellowship Overview
- Organizer: International Journalists’ Programmes (IJP)
- Location: Germany
- Fellowship dates: July and August 2027 for African fellows (to be confirmed)
- Application deadline: 20 January 2027
Eligibility
Applicants must be 25–40 years old, work regularly for a media organization and have strong English skills. German is an advantage. The call lists Angola, Botswana, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Eswatini, Kenya, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
Fellowship Benefits
IJP will select up to five Southern African delegates. Each receives €3,500 toward travel, accommodation and living costs. Fellows cover any additional expenses. The full bursary requires a report of at least three pages and copies of published work after the exchange.
How to Apply
- Prepare a detailed CV with a passport photo and any relevant language certificates.
- Write an 800-word essay explaining why you want to work in Germany, which three topics you would research, your future role at your home outlet and how you would spend the bursary.
- Include two representative articles, or scripts and/or links for radio or television work.
- Obtain a reference from your editor or department head that guarantees leave for the fellowship. Freelancers may use a reference from a senior journalist.
- Email your documents to office@ijp.org by 20 January 2027.
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