Who we are
AIIJ is an organization fostering investigative journalism in Africa based in Uganda. We promote impactful media practices rooted in human rights and social justice to inform public discourse and create a supportive environment for passionate investigative journalists.
Our Vision
To be a center of excellence for investigative journalism in defense of public interest.
Our Mission
Growing investigative journalism in Africa through an integrated program of training and capacity building, collaborative reporting, research, grant making and legal support.
Partners in Action
Whether it's cross-border investigations, collaborative reporting projects, or grant-funded initiatives, our partnerships accelerate progress.
Our Programs
We empower Africa's next-generation investigative journalists through skill development, collaboration, and resource provision.
Training & Capacity Building
Collaborative reporting
Grant Making
Legal Support
Research
Our Projects
We focus on critical areas where investigative journalism can make a real impact, shedding light on pressing issues and giving a voice to the voiceless.
The Hard Questions show
Investigative journalism in its rawest form, Hard Questions challenges power and sheds light on the forces shaping the continent.
The ultimate sacrifice - Nicholas Opiyo on the Hard Questions show
The U.S.–Uganda relations (Friend or Foe) | Ambassador Popp
Exploring Uganda's Mineral Development - Allan Agumya
The ghost teachers. Who is to blame?
Museveni is responsible for the suffering of Banyarwanda - Frank Gashumba
Uganda Police through the eyes of Asan Kasingye, a retired officer
Museveni is not in charge
Inside Civil society organizations in Uganda - Dr Moses Mulumba
Inside Uganda's Anesthesiology with Dr Joseph Kiwanuka Kyobe
Supreme Court Judges Paid Without Working. Why??
Frank Baine Spokesperson Ug Prisons AIIJ
Increase of Foreign Investment in Uganda - Rwakakamba Morrison
The Iron Sheets Scandal - Corruption in Uganda - Xavier Ejoyi
Cartoons for Activism - Dr. Spire
Gun Violence in Uganda - Are We Safe? - Gen. Felix Kulayigye
"I am going to court. The State House budget is extremely high." - Hon. Ssemujju Nganda
Al-Shabaab Attack on UPDF Base - Context and Analysis - Amb. Simon Mulongo
Inside the MK Movement - Andrew Mwenda
Uganda's Electoral Reforms: DP-NRM partnership - Norbert Mao
Inside Organ Donation, Harvesting, & Transplanting in Uganda - Dr Frank Asiimwe
Hon Alice Alaso on the Hard Questions
The future of Uganda Politically - Gen Mugisha Muntu | Founder ANT - Hard Questions
Individuals in Police Steal Water - Dr Silver Mugisha - ED National Water... | Hard Questions
I'm Proud I Knelt before the President - Dr Oledo - UMA President on HardQuestions
The Hard Questions with Kakwenza Rukirabashaija | AIIJ
Got a Story?
info@africaniij.orgTestimonials
Real-life stories and experiences that inspire us to continue our mission of promoting social change through investigative journalism.
Vetaran Investigative Journalist
The role of Investigative Journalism is to dig deeper into public records and investigate what is going on then inform the people.
Executive Director, ACME
Investigative reporting does help us to hold those in power accountable. It helps us shape public policy. We need to invest more in Investigative Journalism.
Executive Director, GIJN
Investigative Journalism has a strong emphasis on social justice and accountability.