About Us
African Journalists with Disabilities is the leading and authoritative voices, network of Journalists with disabilities across the continent. Beyond being a network, it is a movement. Initiated by the Centre for Disability and Inclusion Africa based on the understanding that across Africa, disability is still spoken about but rarely spoken by those who live it. When newsrooms exclude, narratives distort and voices are silenced
AJwD flips the script
Africa Journalists with Disabilities (AJwD) place journalists with disabilities at the centre of storytelling, equipping them to report, shape agendas, and hold power accountable. AJwD is a bold Pan-African movement amplifying journalists with disabilities as storytellers, influencers, and human rights watchdogs.
WHY AJwD MATTERS
Because representation is power not charity. We ensure:
Vision
Voices Unmuted. Narratives Reclaimed. An Inclusive Africa.
MISSION
To ignite and empower Africa’s journalists with disabilities to disrupt stereotypes, shape the narrative, demand inclusion in newsrooms and the society
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7
Sep,
2026
Africa inclusive news September 2026 edition is out
Though coming late behind usual 3rd of every month release, Africa journalists with Disabilities
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25
Aug,
2026
Rethinking Disability Journalism: 10 Guidelines for African Newsrooms
Yinka Olaito, Africa Lead of African Journalists with Disabilities, has compiled a new resource
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15
Aug,
2026
Africa climate crisis and Disability: Who Gets Left
Climate change is often reported through statistics, extreme weather events and economic losses. Yet
CORE FOCUS
- Train through Media fellowship and mentorship
- Amplify authentic disability stories
- Connect a powerful Pan-African network
- Influence inclusive newsroom policies
- Shift narratives from pity to power