Hey future changemakers! Are you a Nigerian storyteller, researcher, or tech enthusiast with a passion for history? Get ready because The Archivi.ng Fellowship Bursary for 2026 is here, and it’s an incredible opportunity to bring your unique vision to life!
This isn’t just any bursary; it’s a six-month immersive programme designed to empower talented individuals like you to delve deep into Nigerian history using archival materials. If you’re eager to make sense of the past and connect it to our present, this fellowship provides the funding, mentorship, and publishing support you need to complete a project that will inform, provoke, or inspire. The theme for this cohort, “The More Things Change,” focuses on Nigeria’s recurring patterns, inviting you to explore how history continues to shape today.
Who Can Apply?
The Archivi.ng Fellowship is looking for ambitious and committed individuals who are:
- Nigerian, whether you’re living at home or in the diaspora.
- Deeply curious about Nigerian history and can prove your ability to produce rigorous research, compelling narratives, or interactive tools.
- Dedicated to creating excellent, useful, and publicly accessible work.
- Comfortable working independently but also open to collaboration.
- Digitally-savvy and proficient with online collaboration tools like Notion and Slack.
Your project needs to be rooted in archival materials (think newspapers, magazines, audiovisuals, etc.), aim to help people understand patterns and cycles in Nigerian life, and be completable within the six-month fellowship period. Projects that have already started are welcome!
Fellowship Tracks:
- Storytelling: For those who can craft captivating narratives, in any format, that link the past to the present.
- Research: For individuals who can produce thorough analysis and insights, offering new perspectives on Nigeria.
- Technology: For innovators building tools and coding solutions that transform archives into accessible public context, like timelines or interactive experiences.
What Does It Cover?
This bursary is designed to fully support your journey:
- A generous ₦1 million monthly stipend for six months (January – June 2026).
- At least ₦1 million in project support, disbursed throughout the fellowship period.
- Exclusive access to Archivi.ng’s extensive archives and specialised tools.
- Opportunity for publishing, exhibition, or technical integration of your final project.
- Participate in learning circles and peer review sessions with your fellow cohort members.
How to Apply?
Ready to make history? The application process involves two stages:
- Initial Screening: Your project proposal will be reviewed by a selection committee based on eligibility, alignment with Archivi.ng’s mission, the project’s ambition, and its feasibility within the six-month timeframe.
- Interviews: Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed by a selection team to assess their experience, proposed projects, commitment, and overall feasibility.
Don’t miss out on this incredible chance to shape narratives and impact understandings of Nigerian history!
Visit the Official Webpage of The Archivi.ng Fellowship to Apply!
If you’re a Nigerian storyteller, researcher, or technologist with a passion for history, this bursary is calling your name! Don’t wait – apply now to The Archivi.ng Fellowship Bursary 2026 and explore more amazing bursaries right here on Bursaries Room!
