AFRICA No Filter, in collaboration with the Ford Foundation, offers a Work Reimagined StoryLab grant of $3,500 for the creation of compelling stories and engaging content focused on the future of work in Africa.

Journalists, podcasters, and content creators interested in exploring how Africa’s workforce is evolving are invited to apply. 

Successful applicants will receive micro-grants of up to $3,500 to produce and distribute their work.

The programme also includes mentorship, skills development, access to exclusive data, insights on Africa’s workforce trends, and publishing opportunities with leading media outlets.

Eligible applicants include content creators, podcasters, freelance journalists, and junior to mid-career reporters aged 18 and above, based in Africa or the diaspora.

A combined social media following of at least 2,000 across platforms like Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok is required.

Interested applicants can apply here 

Deadline for applications: April 30, 2025.