Class to Press
Uncovering the Truth, Empowering Journalists
Program Overview
Class to Press is an intensive investigative journalism training and mentorship program by Ukweli Africa, designed to equip African journalists with essential skills, ethical guidance, and safety measures for impactful investigative reporting.
With a focus on research, interviewing techniques, digital security, and political reporting, the program nurtures a new generation of investigative journalists who uphold truth and accountability while ensuring their own safety in complex environments.
Why Join Class to Press?
- Master investigative storytelling & data journalism
- Learn security measures for hostile environments
- Gain insights into political reporting & ethical dilemmas
- Connect with a community of investigative journalists
- Access expert mentorship & virtual learning sessions
Program Structure
- Introduction to investigative journalism
- Research and interviewing techniques
- Storytelling and narrative structure
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Safety protocols for hostile environments
- Digital security and online protection
- Understanding political systems and institutions
- Analyzing political communication and spin
- Reporting on politics and governance
- Ethics and standards in investigative journalism
- Managing sources and confidential information
- Dealing with trauma and stress in journalism
- Data journalism and analysis
- Investigative reporting on corruption and human rights
- Using technology for investigative journalism
Program Delivery
In-Person Training – Intensive workshops led by experts
Online Mentorship – 3-month mentorship with top journalists
Virtual Webinars – Industry discussions & case studies
📢 Join Class to Press today and be part of Africa’s investigative journalism movement!