The Mythbusters Fellowship by Code for Africa (CfA) invites applications from community influencers in the SADC region. The deadline to apply is 27 February 2026. This three-month, part-time fellowship empowers digital influencers to strengthen information integrity in their communities. Fellows will use their platforms to combat disinformation, especially around climate narratives, foreign interference, elections, and xenophobia in select SADC countries.
This initiative is a joint effort between CfA and the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. It aims to advance inclusive democracy and protect human rights in the digital age. Fellows will receive advanced training, mentorship, and a competitive stipend. The program is ideal for nano- and micro-influencers who want to drive positive change in their communities.
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Key Details:
Application Deadline: 27 February 2026
Eligible Countries: Democratic Republic of Congo, Madagascar, South Africa, Tanzania
Program Duration: 3 months (part-time)
Program Location: Remote (virtual participation)
Funding/Benefits: Competitive monthly stipend, training, mentorship, and networking
Award Provider: Code for Africa (CfA) in partnership with the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
About this Program
The Mythbusters Fellowship seeks to build information resilience by equipping local influencers with tools to detect and disrupt misleading content. Fellows will collaborate with CfA’s forensic iLAB team and PesaCheck to share evidence-based findings. They will create short, engaging content in local languages using graphic, audio, or video formats. Academy Africa will provide training on fact-checking, ethics, and accuracy. International experts and engagement professionals will offer mentorship throughout the program.
Fellows will join the Congress for Peace (COPP) influencers network. They may also speak at network events or present at major continental conferences. The program focuses on digital democracy, especially regarding climate change, foreign information manipulation, the 2026 South African municipal elections, and xenophobia.
Eligibility Criteria
- You must be a social media influencer with an active, engaged following, including in live discussions.
- Priority goes to trusted local nano- or micro-influencers.
- You must be non-partisan, with no ties to government, paramilitary groups, political parties, or state-affiliated media.
- You must commit to publishing content on your own social media accounts.
- You must be fluent in English or French.
- You need access to a reliable computer and stable internet for all activities.
- You must share new skills and knowledge with your organization, followers, and the broader journalism/research community.
- You must be available for virtual training and mentorship sessions.
What Fellows Receive: Advanced training, mentorship, networking opportunities, and a monthly stipend
Program Components: Training in media/social media monitoring, mentorship, content creation, and participation in influencer networks
How to Apply
- Review the eligibility criteria and ensure you meet all requirements.
- Prepare to demonstrate your social media influence and engagement.
- Commit to participating in all virtual training and mentorship sessions.
- Complete and submit the application form by 27 February 2026.
For questions, contact mitchelle.awuor@codeforafrica.org or dalila.yaro@codeforafrica.org.
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