Freelance Contributor

Location: Remote; contributors must be based in Africa
Type: Freelance, unpaid
Commitment: At least one article a month, with the option to write weekly
Applications close: Sunday 25 October 2026
Positions available: 10, two each in North, East, West, Central and Southern Africa
About Pan-African Voice
Pan-African Voice is a global media brand committed to documenting Africa's ambition. Driven by journalism that gives leaders meaning and something to act on, Pan-African Voice profiles the executives, entrepreneurs, policymakers and change makers shaping the continent's economies. The Pan-African Voice brand reaches around 400,000 people a month. It does this through its digital platforms, its flagship print edition placed in premium locations across Africa and the Middle East, and signature franchises including the Top 25 series and the annual PAV54 list.
The role
We are building a network of contributors from across the continent: people who know their markets from the inside and can explain what is really happening, and why it matters, to the executives, investors, officials and diplomats who read us. This is a chance to help change how Africa is written about, in your own name.
What you will do
Pitch and write executive profiles of the leaders and entrepreneurs driving your region, country or industry forward: 1,000 to 1,200 words
Write about the latest business and industry developments in your region or country: 500 to 800 words
Work with our editors through one or two rounds of edits, and approve your final version
Source every fact and figure, and follow our house style
Join our monthly contributor call and present your ideas
Represent Pan-African Voice with integrity in your market
What we are looking for
Location: Must be based in Africa
Technical Familiarity: Experience with content management systems like WordPress, and tools like Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
Education: High school diploma required; a bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications or marketing is preferred.
Experience: Strong knowledge of the African business landscape and key industries
Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills for conducting interviews and communicating updates to editors.
Time Management: High self-discipline and reliability to meet publication schedules
We welcome writers and journalists at every stage, whether you are starting out or well established. Contributors must show expertise, passion or knowledge in one or more of these sectors: banking and finance, energy, mining, agriculture, infrastructure, technology, trade and investment, policy and governance, hospitality and tourism, health, and culture and the creative economy.
What you receive
This is an unpaid, freelance role. In return, you receive:
Your work published under your name, read by Africa's decision makers
A permanent author page on pan-africanvoice.com
Promotion across our social channels
Priority consideration for our print edition (if your work is featured in print, you will receive a fee)
A seat on our monthly contributor call with the editorial team and fellow contributors
The right to use the title "Contributor, Pan-African Voice" on LinkedIn
Press accreditation at events where we are media partner, when places allow
A pathway to join Pan-African Voice's full time editorial team
Apply now
To apply, please send an email to editor@pan-africanvoice.com with the subject line "Contributor Application: [Your Name], [Country]" and include the following:
Your full name, country of residence and the countries you can cover
The topics you know well enough to write about
One writing sample, preferably published. If you have not been published yet, please tell us
Your CV
A short paragraph on why you want to contribute to Pan-African Voice
Applications close on Sunday 25 October 2026. By applying, you agree that Pan-African Voice may keep your application for up to six months for selection purposes.

Work arrangement
Yes