Deadline: August 3, 2025
The Black Atlantic Editorial Fellowship 2025 is now open for applications, offering five emerging editors and writers across Africa a unique platform to shape compelling stories rooted in Blackness and the African experience. With remote editorial mentorship, a $500 monthly stipend, and support to curate local conversations, this six‑month programme is a game‑changer for storytelling leaders.
What is the Black Atlantic Editorial Fellowship 2025?
Hosted by The Republic, this fellowship empowers early- to mid-career editors, journalists, researchers, and curators from West, East, Southern, North, and Central Africa. Over a six-month period, fellows will commission stories, write original content, and curate local events that highlight critical themes shaping Africa.
Benefits of the Fellowship
Each selected fellow will receive:
- $500 monthly stipend to support project work
- Ongoing editorial mentorship and structured feedback
- Access to workshops, skill-building sessions, and a final digital symposium
- Support to commission two essays per month, publish one original article monthly, and host a public engagement event in their city jaylit.com+5opportunitydesk.org+5creativewritingnews.com+5m.facebook.com+2creativewritingnews.com+2instagram.com+2
This experience culminates in a pan-African editorial network and increased storytelling visibility.
Who Should Apply?
Ideal candidates:
- Are based in Africa, representing one of the five regions
- Have at least 3 years of professional experience in editing, journalism, research, or related storytelling roles
- Are passionate about Black identity and African narratives
- Can commit to six months of work—with reliable internet access—for a fully remote experience
Fellowship Responsibilities
As a fellow, you will:
- Propose an editorial theme within one of The Republic’s eight focus areas (e.g., Art x Culture, Science x Technology, Politics x Security)
- Develop a distinct editorial identity for your regional division
- Commission two original essays per month
- Produce one original story monthly
- Host a public engagement event in your city at the end of the fellowship term
Application Requirements & Deadline
To apply, you must submit:
- A 3-page editorial proposal outlining your theme and plan
- A CV detailing your professional experience
- A 500-word statement of interest
- Two published writing samples
- Contact information for two professional referees
📅 Deadline: August 3, 2025, by 5 p.m. Lagos time
📣 Notification: Selected fellows will be informed by September 2025
How to Apply
Ready to shape Africa’s editorial narratives?
👉 Click here to apply
📖 Read more about the programme here
Expert Advice from GrantsDatabase.org
Our GrantsDatabase.org editorial experts recommend:
✍️ “Craft your 3-page proposal around a unique regional theme—tie it to one of The Republic’s focus areas. Be specific: explain your commissioning plan, outreach strategy, and how your public event will engage local communities. In your writing samples, choose pieces that show strong narrative voice and editorial insight.”
— GrantsDatabase Editorial Fellowship Team
Looking to polish your proposal or CV before submission?
📩 Contact GrantsDatabase.org for proposal drafting, refining, and review
Final Thoughts
The Black Atlantic Editorial Fellowship 2025 offers a powerful platform to amplify African stories, build editorial leadership, and join a pan-African collective of voices shaping the continent’s narratives. With mentorship, funding, and public engagement built in, this is your moment to lead the editorial conversation.
Apply today—and join five other voices transforming editorial landscapes across Africa.
