If you’re passionate about history, storytelling, tech or research in Nigeria and want to take your work to the next level, the Archivi.ng Fellowship 2026 is an outstanding opportunity. This six-month programme gives ₦1 million monthly stipend plus project funding, mentorship and visibility for Nigerian creatives and researchers.
About the Archivi.ng Fellowship 2026
The Archivi.ng Fellowship is designed to support Nigerians (home or in diaspora) who dig into Nigeria’s past, create meaningful narratives, build tech tools or produce research that uncovers important truths.
Key details:
- Duration: Six months (January – June 2026
- Monthly stipend: ₦1 million
- Project support: At least ₦1 million for your project costs.
- Tracks: Storytelling (narratives), Research (analysis) and Technology (interactive tools)
- Access to Archivi.ng’s archives and publishing/exhibition support
Who Can Apply & Eligibility
This programme is ideal for you if you are Nigerian (in Nigeria or the diaspora) and:
- You’re a storyteller, researcher or technologist interested in exploring Nigeria’s history, culture, society or archives.
- You have demonstrated ability in your field (publishing, coding, research projects, narratives).
- You’re committed to creating work that is publicly accessible and impactful.
- Comfortable working independently and willing to collaborate in peer-learning environments.
Fellowship Benefits
- ₦1 million monthly stipend (January – June 2026).
- At least ₦1 million in project support, disbursed over the duration of the fellowship.
- Access to Archivi ng’s digital archives and tools.
- Publishing, exhibition, or technical integration of your final project.
- Learning circles and peer review sessions with other fellows.
Selection Process
The selection will take place in two stages:
Stage 1 – Preliminary Review: Applications will be screened by the selection committee for eligibility, alignment with Archivi.ng’s mission, project ambition, and feasibility within the six-month timeframe.
Stage 2 – Interviews: Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an interview, where the team will assess each candidate’s experience, project depth, and commitment to completion.
How to Apply & Deadline
- Go to the official application link for Archivi.ng Fellowship.
- Prepare your application: concept note, portfolio or prior work, CV, statement of what you want to achieve.
- Submit by the deadline: 31 October 2025 (11 :59 pm WAT)
- If shortlisted, follow-up may include interview or selection tasks. Stay ready.
- Selected fellows begin in January 2026 — so use the time now to fine-tune your project idea and readiness.
Why This Opportunity Matters (Especially for Nigerian Creatives & Researchers)
- Nigeria is full of thinkers, storytellers, and young professionals who want to build things that last—but most lack the funding and mentorship to make it happen. The Archiving Fellowship 2026 changes that reality by offering not just financial support but creative freedom and national visibility.
- Getting ₦1 million monthly to focus on your storytelling, research, or tech project is rare. It’s more than a stipend. it’s validation that your voice and ideas have weight. The fellowship helps you turn local stories, archives, and innovations into something that can shape how the world sees Nigeria.
- This type of programme blends three strong interests: career growth, financial empowerment, and creative impact.
When you write or read about this fellowship, it’s not just about applying for funding; it’s about owning your story, using technology to preserve it, and getting paid while doing meaningful work.
