2026 Africa Factchecking Fellowship

- Fellowships - August 10, 2026
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You have until August 22, 2026 to apply

For the Africa Factchecking Fellowship Cameroon 2026

In this guide:

About Africa Factchecking Fellowship

The Africa Factchecking Fellowship Cameroon is run by r0g_agency and Civic Watch

It involves detecting and countering harmful information online and offline

This fellowship matters for young Africans as it helps promote information integrity

Who Can Apply

To be eligible, you must meet certain criteria

  • Age: you must be a young Cameroonian
  • Occupation: you can be a journalist or media educator
  • Experience: you can be a blogger or content creator
  • Skills: you can have civic tech skills
  • Education: you must have relevant education
  • Language: you must be fluent in relevant languages

What You Get

As a fellow, you will receive various benefits

  • Training: you will receive training on fact-checking
  • Network: you will join a national network of fact-checkers
  • Skills: you will improve your skills in information integrity
  • Preparedness: you will be better prepared for election-related disinformation
  • Community: you will be part of a community-based fact-checking network

Application Deadline

The deadline is August 22, 2026. Make sure to submit your application before August 22, 2026 at 23:59 WAT

How to Apply for Africa Factchecking Fellowship

To apply, you will need to follow a series of steps

  1. You will need to review the eligibility criteria
  2. You will need to prepare your application materials
  3. You will need to submit your application online
  4. You will need to wait for the selection process to be completed
  5. You will be notified if you are selected for the fellowship

Apply Now

The button opens the official application on defyhatenow.org.

Before You Hit Submit

  • Make sure to tailor your application to the fellowship
  • Use specific examples to demonstrate your skills
  • Proofread your application carefully
  • Submit your application well before the deadline

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Africa Factchecking Fellowship Cameroon

It is a fellowship program for young Cameroonians to detect and counter harmful information

How do I apply for the fellowship

You can apply online through the official website

What are the benefits of the fellowship

You will receive training and join a national network of fact-checkers

Is the fellowship competitive

Yes, the fellowship selection is highly competitive

Can I apply if I am not a journalist

Yes, you can apply if you are a blogger or content creator

Final Thoughts

The Africa Factchecking Fellowship Cameroon 2026 is a great opportunity for young Africans to promote information integrity and counter harmful information

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