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Day 2 at the 22nd African Investigative Journalism Conference brought urgent questions into focus, from climate accountability to journalists’ safety, spyware and Kenya’s AI health system.

What better way to end the day than by celebrating outstanding investigative reporting at the African Investigative Journalist of the Year Awards gala?

Here’s a look back at the moments that defined Day 2. #AIJC2026

Day 2 of the 22nd African Investigative Journalism Conference opened with a keynote from Kumi Naidoo, President of the Fossil Fuel Treaty Initiative. The keynote focused on the climate crisis and the role of journalism in investigating its causes and those responsible.

The conversations continue in breakout sessions, including a panel about the need for a regional mechanism to support journalists and address enforced disappearances and killings with impunity.

Another session with Anas Aremeyaw Anas examined the spyware trade and its use to monitor people through their phones.

The conference is still underway, with more sessions taking place today.

Day 1 of the 22nd African Investigative Journalism Conference (AIJC 2026) in Nairobi.

Journalists and media professionals from across Africa came together to share experiences and discuss the issues shaping investigative journalism.

Here's a look at some of the day's highlights, including an interview with one of our speakers.

#AIJC2026 #InvestigativeJournalism

The 22nd African Investigative Journalism Conference (AIJC) is now underway in Nairobi, marking the first time it has been held outside Johannesburg.

Hosted by AKU’s Graduate School of Media and Communications in partnership with the Wits Centre for Journalism, the conference brings together 450 journalists from Africa and beyond at the Edge Convention Centre from 10 to 12 November.

The opening session featured a welcome from Professor Nancy Booker, Dean of AKU GSMC, and opening remarks from Dr Dinesh Balliah, Director of the Wits Centre for Journalism, and Beauregard Tromp, AIJC Convener.

Over the next three days, the journalists will share investigations, examine reporting methods and build connections across borders.

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It’s almost here!

From 10 to 12 November, journalists from Africa and around the world will gather at #AIJC2026 to network, share ideas, stories and best practices, and celebrate excellence.

The programme features panel discussions, individual presentations, hands-on workshops and masterclasses. Explore the full programme at aijc.africa/programme.