Call for Jury – Africa Wiki Challenge 2026 (AWC 2 026)

Greetings from OFWA,

I trust this message finds you well.

We are pleased to announce the *Call for Jury Members for the Africa Wiki
Challenge 2026 (AWC 2026)*. As part of this year’s contest, we are
assembling a diverse and experienced jury to support the collation and
evaluation of contributions submitted by participants across various
Wikimedia platforms.

We invite community members who are well-versed in *Wikipedia editing,
translation, Wikimedia Commons contributions, and Wikivoyage* to apply.

The deadline for applications is *8th July 2026 (close of day)*. Selected
jury members will receive further details on the judging process, criteria,
and timelines.

*Eligibility Criteria:*

   - *Wikipedia & Wikimedia Experience:* Demonstrated experience
   contributing to Wikipedia and other Wikimedia projects.
   - *Language Proficiency (for content review):* Applicants should be
   fluent in one or more of the following languages:
   English, Yoruba, Dagbani, Fante, French, Gurune, Hausa, Swahili, Ghana
   Pidgin, Arabic, and Twi.
   - *Media Evaluation (Wikimedia Commons):* Applicants interested in
   reviewing photo or media contributions should have *professional
   photography or videography experience* to ensure quality and fair
   assessment.

*Additional Requirements:*

   - Applicants *must not be participants* in the AWC 2026 contest.
   - Applicants should be available and committed to reviewing submissions
   within the given timeline.

If you are interested in serving as a jury member, kindly complete the
application form via this link . <https://forms.gle/aG4EzVhouWNUiHecA>

Thank you for your continued support in advancing open knowledge and
amplifying African stories through Wikimedia platforms.


*Dickson Kojo Anane*
Program Officer
Open Foundation West Africa
52 Swaniker St,
 https://www.ofwafrica.org/