If you are a primary or secondary school teacher looking to improve your teaching skills while helping students become better critical thinkers, the Pulitzer Center has annouced the 2026 Africa Education Teachers’ Fellowship for this opportunity.
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This six month fellowship will help teachers use journalism as a teaching tool to improve literacy, media awareness, civic engagement, and environmental education. The programme combines online learning with classroom practice, allowing teachers to apply what they learn directly in their schools.
Selected fellows also receive mentorship, join a network of educators across Africa, and receive a monthly stipend to support classroom projects. If you are interested in the opportunity you should apply before the deadline on 10 August 2026.
Summary table
| Fellowship Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Host Organisation | Pulitzer Center |
| Fellowship Name | Africa Education Teachers’ Fellowship |
| Eligible Countries | Cameroon, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Ghana, Nigeria, Uganda, Zambia, Burkina Faso |
| Eligible Applicants | Primary and Secondary School Teachers |
| Fellowship Duration | 6 Months |
| Programme Format | Hybrid (Virtual Learning and Classroom Practicum) |
| Cohort Size | 10 Teachers |
| Financial Support | Monthly stipend for classroom projects |
| Languages Accepted | English and French |
| Application Deadline | 10 August 2026 |
About the Africa Education Teachers’ Fellowship
The Africa Education Teachers’ Fellowship is a professional development programme created by the Pulitzer Center to help teachers bring journalism into classroom learning.
During the six month programme, fellows learn practical teaching methods that improve students’ critical thinking, literacy, ethical media use, civic participation, and understanding of climate and environmental issues.
The fellowship combines online training, classroom activities, peer learning, and action research. By the end of the programme, participants become part of a growing network of educators working to improve education across Africa.
Fellowship benefits
- Six months of professional learning.
- Mentorship from experienced educators and journalists.
- Training on using journalism in classroom teaching.
- Support to develop innovative classroom projects.
- Membership in a continental network of education leaders.
- Monthly stipend to support classroom project implementation.
- Opportunities for peer learning and collaboration with teachers from other African countries.
Eligibility requirements
Teaching status
Applicants must be active primary or secondary school teachers.
Interest areas
Applicants should demonstrate an interest in one or more of the following:
- Journalism
- Literacy
- Media education
- Rainforest education
- Climate and environmental education
Commitment
Applicants should be willing to:
- Participate fully throughout the fellowship.
- Complete all fellowship activities.
- Implement journalism based classroom activities during the programme.
Eligible countries
Applications are open to teachers from:
- Cameroon
- Democratic Republic of Congo
- Ethiopia
- Ghana
- Nigeria
- Uganda
- Zambia
- Burkina Faso
Required documents
A. You will write no more than 100 words in these asked questions;
- Why are you interested in joining the Africa Education Teachers’ Fellowship?
- Why do you want to join the Africa Education Teachers’ Fellowship 2026?
- What educational challenge in your school or community would you like to address through this Fellowship?
- How do you believe journalism can improve classroom learning and critical thinking?
- Inyour opinion, how can journalism improve classroom learning and develop critical thinking skills?
- Describe one classroom or school project you would like to implement during the Fellowship (500 Words)
- How will you share what you learn with other educators?
B. You will provide the contact details of one referee
Step by step application process
Step 1: Check your eligibility
Confirm that you are an active primary or secondary school teacher in one of the eligible countries.
Step 2: Complete the online application
Fill out the official fellowship application form before the deadline.
Step 3: Submit your application
Review your information carefully and submit the completed application.
Step 4: Wait for the selection process
Successful applicants will be contacted by the Pulitzer Center with further instructions.
Application Deadline: 10 August 2026
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Frequently asked questions
Who is organising the fellowship?
The fellowship is organised by the Pulitzer Center.
Who can apply?
Active primary and secondary school teachers.
Which countries are eligible?
Cameroon, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Ghana, Nigeria, Uganda, Zambia, and Burkina Faso.
How long is the fellowship?
Six months.
What is the programme format?
The fellowship combines virtual learning with classroom practicum.
How many teachers will be selected?
Ten teachers.
Is financial support available?
Yes. Fellows receive a monthly stipend to implement classroom projects.
What subjects does the fellowship focus on?
Journalism, literacy, media education, civic engagement, rainforest education, and climate and environmental education.
Is mentorship included?
Yes. Fellows receive mentorship from experienced educators and journalists.
Will participants complete classroom projects?
Yes. Fellows are expected to implement journalism based classroom activities.
Is peer learning included?
Yes. Participants learn alongside other teachers in the fellowship.
Can teachers from Nigeria apply?
Yes.
Can teachers from Ghana apply?
Yes.
Can teachers from Kenya apply?
No. Kenya is not listed among the eligible countries in the fellowship announcement.
Which languages are accepted?
Applications are accepted in English and French.
Is the fellowship fully online?
No. It follows a hybrid format with virtual learning and classroom implementation.
What is the application deadline?
10 August 2026.
Are university lecturers eligible?
The announcement specifically invites applications from primary and secondary school teachers.
Does the announcement list the required documents?
No. Applicants should complete the official online application and provide any information requested.
How can applicants ask questions?
Applicants can contact the fellowship organisers by email using the subject line:
Africa Education Teachers Fellowship – [Your Name]
