Application Deadline: August 14, 2025 
Location: Africa 

About the Fellowship 

The AU Media Fellowship 3.0 is guided by three core priorities: producing high-quality, impactful content; ensuring strong alignment with the objectives and institutional frameworks of the African Union; and expanding outreach to maximise the Fellowship’s reach and influence. By balancing these strategic areas, the Fellowship aims to remain sustainable, institutionally anchored, and scalable driving credible storytelling that supports Africa’s development agenda as outlined in Agenda 2063. 

Thematic Tracks 

In each of the thematic tracks, it will be required that all content produced incorporates and addresses issues of women and youth to showcase aspects of economic empowerment and inclusion. In addition, the foundational role of education and training must be factored in. 

Tracks include: 

• Economic Development and Regional Integration 

• Emerging Economic Sectors – Sports & Creative Industries 

•  Agricultural Development & Environment Management. 

•  Promoting Good Governance 

• Promoting Africa’s Public Health Systems 

• Infrastructure, Technology & Digital Innovation 

Promoting Africa’s Public Health Systems 

Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) will sponsor five fellows to pioneer this health-focused track, offering them a unique opportunity to work closely with public health experts and report on some of the continent’s most urgent health priorities. 

Story proposals should address: 

• Lessons learned from COVID-19, mpox, Ebola, Marburg, and other health emergencies and how they are shaping current strategies and preparedness plans 

• The role of Africa CDC, national public health institutions, and partnerships in building robust, agile, and inclusive health systems. 

• Unpacking the state of vaccine development, distribution, and equity across the continent — with a spotlight on local manufacturing and regional supply chains. 

• Exploring how digital tools, laboratory networks, and data-driven systems are revolutionizing disease detection, response, and public trust. 

Benefits 

• Fully funded 

• One-on-one mentorship 

• Accecc to AU HQ and events 

• AU/partner study tour 

• Certificate at the end 

• Opportunity to work closely with public health experts and report on some of the continent’s most urgent health priorities. 

Who Can Apply 

• Applicants must be citizens of an African Union member state. 

• Journalists, bloggers, podcasters, and digital creators, especially those with newsroom experience. 

• Applicants must be 25 years old or above 

• Minimum of 6 years of work in media or content creation. 

• Fluency in any AU official language. Working language is English. 

• Demonstrated talent, innovation, and impact in media or digital content fields. 

Selection Criteria 

PHASE 1: Eligibility Screening & Initial Review 

• Submission Review: Applications are assessed for completeness, alignment with fellowship goals, and eligibility criteria. 

• Technical Evaluation: A panel evaluates candidates’ professional experience, portfolio quality, and demonstrated impact in African storytelling. 

PHASE 2: In-Depth Assessment & Final Selection 

• Expert Panel Review: Shortlisted candidates undergo rigorous evaluation aligned with fellowship goals and criteria. 

• Interviews/Vetting: Top applicants may participate in interviews and submit supplementary materials. 

• Final Approval: Selected fellows are announced based on merit, diversity, and potential to drive the fellowship’s vision. 

How to Apply 

Fill the online application form 

https://aumf.au.int/application

• Curriculum Vitae – Please use a standard starndard format 

• Cover letter: A one-page document outlining your motivation, qualifications, and experience. 

• Work samples: Submit the link to two work samples. 

Fellowship Timelines 

• SEP – DEC 2025 : Induction, onboarding, and first study tour. Fellows begin pitch stories and complete online certified training and masterclasses.  

• JAN – MAR 2026 : 1-on-1 mentorship. Fellows attend AU events and visit AU HQ during the Annual Summit to produce pitch stories.  

• APR – JUN 2026: AU/Partner study tour, in-person training, and continued participation in best practice sharing.  

• JUL – AUG 2026 : Another round of AU/Partner study tours and continued best practice training and sharing.  

• SEP – DEC 2026 : Fellows present final stories, receive certificates, and attend the closing ceremony.” 

For more information, please visit AUMF webpage: 

https://aumf.au.int/