Call for Applications: CJID AI in Journalism Incubator 2.0 Program (FUNDED)

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About CJID AI in Journalism Incubator 2.0

The Nigeria AI Collective and the Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID) are pleased to announce the launch of the AI in Journalism Incubator – Second Cohort. This initiative is designed to bring together technologists and media professionals to co-create AI-powered tools that address pressing challenges in journalism and media accountability across West Africa.

• Sponsor Organisation: Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID)

Benefits of CJID AI in Journalism Incubator 2.0

• Dedicated mentor for each team
• Technical Infrastructure and resources for product development
• Product development support per team
• Seed grant per team for scaling the product after the incubator
• Opportunities to showcase solutions at the Media and Development Conference 2025.

CJID AI in Journalism Incubator 2.0 Requirements

We are inviting applications from:

• Technologists: AI/ML developers, software engineers, data scientists, UX/UI designers, and product developers.

• Journalists / Researchers / Media Professionals: Fact-checkers, investigative journalists, and media researchers who will serve as subject matter experts within teams.

Application Date and Process

Click on the link to the application website to apply.

Application Deadline

14 September, 2025

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