Volunteer News Assistant

About the role

Bantu Gazette, a pan‑African media platform, is seeking a Volunteer News Assistant to support its editorial team. This remote, unpaid role is ideal for journalism students, recent graduates, or aspiring journalists who want hands‑on newsroom experience while covering African and diaspora stories.

Key responsibilities

• Research current events, reports, announcements, data and emerging stories related to Africa and the African diaspora.
• Identify credible sources and assist with fact‑checking before publication.
• Draft news articles, short features, briefs and other editorial content under editorial guidance.
• Edit and refine copy for accuracy, structure, readability and consistency with Bantu Gazette’s standards.
• Support editors with background research for interviews and story development.
• Monitor institutions, organisations and public sources for potential story ideas.
• Assist with basic video and digital news production, including script preparation and content planning.
• Participate in editorial discussions and contribute story ideas.

Required profile

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a journalism, media, communications or related program.
• Strong writing and communication abilities with a focus on accuracy and engagement.
• Excellent research skills and understanding of source verification and journalistic ethics.
• Genuine interest in African affairs – development, business, governance, technology, culture, etc.

Required skills

What we offer

• Practical newsroom experience on a growing African media platform.
• Mentorship from experienced editors.
• Opportunity to build a portfolio of published work.
• Flexible remote work schedule.