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From Poet to Reporter, Covering the Human Angle of Conflict in Nigeria
The managing editor of HumAngle, which covers the human costs of conflict and terrorism, discusses the challenges of investigative coverage in Nigeria.
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Editor's Picks News & Analysis
Fake Fertilizer, Dirty Money, and a Kidnapping Epidemic: 2024’s Best Investigative Stories from Sub-Saharan Africa
Also featuring revelations about misuse of college scholarships in Ghana, a televangelist’s troubling empire in Nigeria, and a dive into a US charity’s spending in Malawi.
Africa Focus Methodology
Tips from African Journalists on Cross-Border Investigations
African journalists who have worked on impactful cross-border investigations share lessons on uncovering illegal fishing, timber trafficking, and illicit money flows.
Africa Focus Data Journalism
How Data Journalism Is Changing the Face of Africa
Data journalism in Africa has made a powerful impact, from holding leaders accountable to refuting myths around domestic violence. But the field faces formidable challenges.
Global Academy Webinars
GIJN Webinar: How Africa Connects to Your Story
In a GIJN webinar, a panel of experts identify useful tips to investigate multinational misconduct, natural resource exploitation, and impunity, giving insights into how to connect the dots between Africa and international investigative reporting.
News & Analysis Reporting Tools & Tips
How Journalism Groups in Africa Are Building AI Tools to Aid Investigations and Fact-Checking
These organizations are developing AI tools and resources that can be used to tackle misinformation, improve data reporting, and help with the storytelling process.
Reporting Tools & Tips
Q & A: Lessons Learned from Investigating the Wagner Group in Africa
Nigerian investigative journalist Philip Obaji Jr. discusses the threats and challenges he has faced covering the Russian mercenary outfit, the Wagner Group.
Past event
GIJN Webinar: Expert Tips for Fundraising for Investigative Journalism in Africa
September 10, 2024
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News & Analysis Press Freedom
The Perils Facing Investigative Journalism in Ethiopia: Media Capture, Deep Polarization, and Government Oppression
Investigative journalism in Ethiopia — Africa’s second most populous country — currently faces a series of severe challenges.
Resource Tipsheet
GIJN Africa: Funding and Grants
Nonprofit organizations dedicated to offering grants in support of investigative journalism in Africa.