Fellow Blogs

Empowering Voices and Stories: My AWJP Fellowship Journey

Gillian Natume Data speaks louder than words,” they say, and I couldn’t agree moreWhen I received the AWJP Fellowship, I was absolutely thrilled. It marked my first foray into the world of fellowships, and I

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Amplifying Voices: My Gender Storytelling Journey

By Sira Sow The fellowship has been instrumental in my career and personal development journey, instilling in me a wealth of invaluable experiences and fostering a strong sense of self-reliance. Through its immersive program, I’ve

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AWJP:  A Catalyst for My Career Growth

By Titilope Fadare The African Women Journalism Project on reporting Gender-Based Violence has transformed my career journey. It has played a pivotal role in honing my storytelling skills and shaping my perspective on GBV reporting.

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GBV Reporting: A New Perspective

By Emiene Erameh I joined the African Women Journalism Project reporting fellowship to deepen my understanding of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and learn fresh ways to report on these critical issues. Fast forward several months, and

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Unlearning bad habits in six short months!

By Grace Obike  With nearly seven years of journalism experience under my belt, I thought I had it all figured out. I’d been writing for the Nation newspaper without facing much criticism from my editors,

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Retrospective: Reporting on Company Accounts with Finance Uncovered

By Soila Kenya, Felista Wangari & Nelly Madegwa Four AWJP network journalists – Soila Kenya, Nelly Madegwa, Sharon Mutia and Wakini Njogu – participated in the Finance Uncovered (FU) Follow the Money financial investigative journalism

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Unlocking the Power of Data in Storytelling: My Journey

By Grace ObikeAre you ready to embark on a transformative journey in journalism? Imagine having the ability to weave powerful narratives that are compelling and backed by robust data. That’s the world I’ve discovered through

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A Transformative Journey from Novice to Health Reporting Specialist

By Jeniffer Gilla Here is a little glimpse into the incredible journey I’ve been on over the past two years, thanks to my wonderful AWJP family. It all began in July 2020 when I joined

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Exploring Self-Care Family Planning: A Journey of Discovery

Justina Asishana As a health journalist, I’ve covered various aspects of family planning over the years. But when I stumbled upon the term ‘self-care family planning,’ it intrigued me. I felt a calling to dive

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Good Journalism Takes Time: My AWJP Fellowship Journey

By Soila Kenya When I initially applied for the Africa Women Journalism Project, my goal was simple: I wanted to get back into writing after a brief hiatus. As a part-time freelancer, I saw this

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