funding: Fully funded (flights, accommodation, meals)
location: Accra, Ghana
source-url: https://opportunitydesk.org/2026/06/27/mfwa-training-workshop-2026-on-critical-coverage-of-africa-china-trade-investment-political-relations/
apply-url: https://forms.gle/MoPrUFqxFE3JccM66
The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) invites applications for a three-day capacity-building workshop on reporting critically on Africa-China relations. The workshop, scheduled for the last quarter of 2026 in Accra, Ghana, will equip journalists with knowledge and techniques to cover stories pertaining to Africa-China relations. 30 journalists will be selected for the workshop.
Overview
The workshop is part of an effort to strengthen journalists' capacity to critically examine Africa-China relations in an increasingly multipolar global setting.
- Subject matter knowledge on Africa-China relations
- Journalism techniques for covering complex stories
- Story grants for in-depth reporting on Africa-China relations
- Return flight ticket (economy class)
- Accommodation and meals
- Local transportation
Eligibility
Applications are invited from journalists based in Anglophone West African countries, working in print, radio, television, or digital media, and reporting on areas related to Africa-China relations.
- Based in an Anglophone West African country (Ghana, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Liberia, or the Gambia)
- Work in print, radio, television, or digital media
- Report on areas such as politics, economy, business, trade, development, environment, extractives, infrastructure, or international affairs
- Available in the last quarter of 2026 and can secure a formal permission letter from their editor
Benefits
- All costs related to participation covered by the organisers
- Opportunity to apply for reporting grants
- Possible fully-funded participation in the Africa Investigative Journalism Conference (AIJC)
How to Apply
Interested applicants should fill the application form, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Fill the application form
- Secure a formal permission letter from their editor
- Be available in the last quarter of 2026 for the workshop
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the deadline for application?
The deadline for application is July 30, 2026.
What costs will be covered by the organisers?
The organisers will cover all costs related to participation, including return flight ticket, accommodation, meals, and local transportation.
What are the eligibility criteria for applications?
Applications are invited from journalists based in Anglophone West African countries, working in print, radio, television, or digital media, and reporting on areas related to Africa-China relations.
What opportunities are available after the workshop?
Participating journalists will have the opportunity to apply for reporting grants and possibly participate in the Africa Investigative Journalism Conference (AIJC).
How many journalists will be selected for the workshop?
30 journalists will be selected for the workshop.
What is the expected outcome of the workshop?
The workshop aims to strengthen journalists' capacity to critically examine Africa-China relations and produce in-depth stories on the topic.