Africa Investigative Journalism Lab

Africa Uncensored, the Nairobi-based investigative newsroom, runs this one-week advanced training with the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung Regional Media Programme for Sub-Saharan Africa. It takes place in Mombasa, Kenya from 4 to 8 November 2026 and is built around each participant developing a real investigative story with working reporters, editors and digital forensics experts.

What you get: ➤ Mentorship and editorial support from leading investigative journalists ➤ Hands-on training in data journalism, OSINT and digital verification tools ➤ Full residential accommodation in Mombasa for the training week ➤ Return travel support for participants based outside Mombasa ➤ Certificate of participation on successful completion

What you'll do: ➤ Develop a real investigative story from your own 300 to 500 word pitch ➤ Work directly with experienced investigative reporters, editors and forensics experts ➤ Train in source protection, legal frameworks and safety protocols ➤ Join a regional network of accountability journalists

• Open to journalists from Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Ethiopia, Somalia and other African countries
• Minimum 3 years of active reporting experience (mid-career and senior journalists)
• Staff reporters, freelancers, editors and multimedia journalists all eligible
• Prior investigative or accountability reporting work, or demonstrated interest in it
• Letter of support from an editor, media organisation or professional referee required
• No application fees