Nyasha Makamba is Founder & Executive Producer at KWANDINOBVA — an African-first production house that specialises in bringing unique African stories to the global stage.
In his column, “This Week in the African Creator Economy”, he breaks down the latest news, opportunities, and trends shaping Africa’s creator economy. Here’s what you need to know this week about the latest opportunities:
The Rockefeller Foundation Foundation Big Bets Fellowship 2026 for young African Changemakers (Fully Funded)
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Prince Claus Fund – SEED Award 2026
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Netflix Creative Equity Scholarship Fund – East Africa
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Canon USA Student Development Programme 2025/26
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ICFJ/ONE Michael Elliott Award for African Storytelling
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2026/2028 Erasmus Mundus Master’s Scholarship in Journalism, Media and Globalisation (Funded study in Europe)
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Alfred Friendly Press Partners Fellowship 2026 for journalists from developing countries ($2,000 living stipend)
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TheBoardroom Africa-Mastercard Foundation EMERGE Program 2026 for Africa’s Emerging Leaders
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