Applications for the Open the Knowledge Journalism Awards (OTKJA) are now open. Presented by the International Center for Journalists (ICFJ) in partnership with the Wikimedia Foundation, the nonprofit that operates Wikipedia, the Open the Knowledge Awards recognize African journalists whose reporting helps close knowledge gaps about Africa on Wikipedia. The Awards celebrate African journalists published in reliable outlets who uncover untold stories about the continent’s diverse experiences, with a specific focus on the areas of: women and youth, and arts, culture, heritage and sports. **Learn more about the awards’ criteria here.** Apply Now The Awards recognize the essential role journalists play in creating well-researched articles that volunteer editors use daily as source materials to develop content on Wikipedia. The platform relies on evidence-based reporting to inform and expand its content, making journalists essential partners in building a more complete global knowledge base.…