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Oxford / Reuters Institute Journalism Fellowships for Journalists in Africa and Other Developing Countries

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Oxford / Reuters Institute Journalism Fellowships for Journalists in Africa and Other Developing Countries - Fellowship, Post a Comment

Provider
Various
Host country
United Kingdom
Deadline
February (annual)
Region
Africa
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Eligibility & requirements at a glance

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Who can apply
Mid-career journalists with 5+ years of experience from Africa, Asia or Latin America; English fluency; 3- or 6-month Reuters Institute fellowship at Oxford.
Funding
Fully Funded
Study level
Fellowship
Deadline
February (annual)

Key eligibility criteria

  • Mid-career journalists with 5+ years of experience from Africa, Asia or Latin America; English fluency; 3- or 6-month Reuters Institute fellowship at Oxford.

Recorded funding information

  • Fully Funded

About the Oxford / Reuters Institute Journalism Fellowships for Journalists in Africa and Other Developing Countries (2026)

_The Reuters Institute, based at the University of Oxford, offers a limited number of [Journalist Fellowships](https://www.afterschoolafrica.com/33512/reuters-institute-journalism-fellowships/) each year. Do you have what it takes to be a hard-hitting journalist and vanguard for truth?_ The fully-funded Fellowships are aimed at practicing journalists from all over the world, to enable them to research a topic of their choice, related to their work and the broader media industry, before returning to newsrooms. Furthermore, the Fellowships offer an opportunity to network with a global group of journalists, spend time away from the daily pressure of deadlines, and examine the key issues facing the industry, with input from leading experts and practitioners. **You do not need to specify which particular source of funding you are applying for** – we will allocate the one most suitable for you based on your country of origin and research proposal. - Thomson Reuters Foundation Fellowships - Anglo American Journalist Fellowship - Google Digital News Journalist Fellowship - Mona Megalli Fellowship - Wincott Business Journalist Fellowship - David Levy Fellowship for International Dialogue **Application deadline:** February 14, 2022 ## Table of contents - [Benefits of the Oxford / Reuters Institute Fellowships](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/oxford-reuters-institute-journalism-fellowships-for-journalists-in-africa-and-other-developing-countries/#h-benefits-of-the-oxford-reuters-institute-fellowships) - [Eligibility Criteria for Africans](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/oxford-reuters-institute-journalism-fellowships-for-journalists-in-africa-and-other-developing-countries/#h-eligibility-criteria-for-africans) - [How to Apply](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/oxford-reuters-institute-journalism-fellowships-for-journalists-in-africa-and-other-developing-countries/#h-how-to-apply) * * * Stay in the loop! Get weekly updates on new scholarships offerings here. * * * ## Benefits of the Oxford / Reuters Institute Fellowships Most Journalist Fellowships are fully-funded and cover living costs and accommodation. There are some opportunities for self-funded candidates. Some Fellowships are open only to candidates who are employees of the sponsoring organization. For the Oxford / Reuters Institute Journalism Fellowship, the event can last one, two, or three terms. ## Eligibility Criteria for Africans In order to qualify for the journalism fellowship opportunity, interested African journalists must first meet the basic requirements, which include the following: - To be considered for a Fellowship you must have a minimum of five years’ journalistic experience, or in rare cases demonstrate the equivalent level of expertise. - You will be able to write at a publishable level of English, allowing you to participate in the fellowship and produce papers when necessary. If English is not your first language, please present suitable evidence (this is an original certificate no more than two years old and issued by the relevant body) that you are at a suitable standard. ## How to Apply To begin your application process, just fill out this [application form](https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/6116228/Journalist-Fellowship-Programme-Application-Form-2022-2023.). Further information can be found on the [official scholarship website](https://reutersinstitute.politics.ox.ac.uk/). * * * _brought to you by Scholarships for Africans_ [**Scholarships for Africans**](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/) is a premier scholarship information blog committed to bringing more opportunities for Africans globally. They are part of the African Scholar Initiative, powered by Scholarship Hippo. 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Funding information

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  • Fully Funded

Oxford / Reuters Institute Journalism Fellowships for Journalists in Africa and Other Developing Countries eligibility

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  • Mid-career journalists with 5+ years of experience from Africa, Asia or Latin America; English fluency; 3- or 6-month Reuters Institute fellowship at Oxford.

Oxford / Reuters Institute Journalism Fellowships for Journalists in Africa and Other Developing Countries document information

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    How to apply for the Oxford / Reuters Institute Journalism Fellowships for Journalists in Africa and Other Developing Countries 2026

    Follow the provider's stated process. The checks below are guidance, not additional application requirements. Any original editorial instructions remain in the description above.

    1. 1
      Check the provider's process

      Consult https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/6116228/Journalist-Fellowship-Programme-Application-Form-2022-2023. to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there.

    2. 2
      Check eligibility and any requested materials

      Listed eligibility: Mid-career journalists with 5+ years of experience from Africa, Asia or Latin America; English fluency; 3- or 6-month Reuters Institute fellowship at Oxford.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist.

    3. 3
      Check dates and next steps

      Listed deadline information: February (annual). Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

    Oxford / Reuters Institute Journalism Fellowships for Journalists in Africa and Other Developing Countries deadline & application timeline

    Provider deadline information: February (annual). This text cannot be safely converted to a countdown; check the official source for its meaning. The earlier milestones are optional planning suggestions only.

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    2. Planning suggestion: 6 months out

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    3. Planning suggestion: 3 months out

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    4. Planning suggestion: 1 month out

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    5. Provider deadline
      February (annual)

      Provider deadline information: February (annual). Confirm the current instructions and any cutoff or time zone on the official source; no additional time is assumed here.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Who can apply for the Oxford / Reuters Institute Journalism Fellowships for Journalists in Africa and Other Developing Countries?+

    Mid-career journalists with 5+ years of experience from Africa, Asia or Latin America; English fluency; 3- or 6-month Reuters Institute fellowship at Oxford.

    What funding does the Oxford / Reuters Institute Journalism Fellowships for Journalists in Africa and Other Developing Countries offer?+

    Listed funding: Fully Funded. Confirm amounts, exclusions and conditions on the official source. This label does not establish any additional benefit components.

    When is the application deadline?+

    Provider deadline information: February (annual). Confirm the current cutoff and any time zone on the official source; no additional cutoff or late-submission policy is assumed here.

    What documents do I need to apply?+

    No explicit document checklist is recorded here. If an application is required, prepare only the documents requested by the provider; requirements may differ from admission requirements.

    How do I check the application process?+

    Consult https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/6116228/Journalist-Fellowship-Programme-Application-Form-2022-2023. to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there. Listed eligibility: Mid-career journalists with 5+ years of experience from Africa, Asia or Latin America; English fluency; 3- or 6-month Reuters Institute fellowship at Oxford.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist. Listed deadline information: February (annual). Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

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