The 2025 African Fact-Checking Awards, the continent’s longest-running celebration of fact-checking journalism, are now open to journalists, student journalists, and professional fact-checkers.
Now in their 12th year, the awards honour those who promote accuracy and fight misinformation. “Their work is vital for transparency and trust,” said Hlalani Gumpo, Africa Check’s head of outreach.
In 2024, the awards received 241 entries from 29 countries. Organisers expect even more this year.
Categories include:
- Fact-Check of the Year by a Working Journalist
- Fact-Check of the Year by a Professional Fact-Checker
- Fact-Check of the Year by a Student Journalist
Winners receive up to $3,000; entries must be published between 1 May 2024 and 7 June 2025. Deadline: 7 June 2025 (midnight GMT).
Interested applicants can apply here