Analytical Article Writing: African Business Environment 2026
Contribute high-quality analytical articles on African entrepreneurship.
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Overview
Contribute high-quality analytical articles on African entrepreneurship.
You have:
- Proven ability to write clear, plain English (French is a plus).
- Background in Business, Economics, Data Science, or Journalism.
- Strong research skills: Ability to prioritize localized data over second-hand Western media reports.
- Familiarity with MLA referencing style.
Contract
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AAE is a volunteer-run organization fostering sustainable entrepreneurship in Africa. This assignment aims to produce knowledge products that help entrepreneurs understand policy, market characteristics, and reduce failure risks. The articles will be published on the AAE website to foster dialogue and support regional economic development.
The African Association of Entrepreneurs (AAE) is recruiting 20 Online Volunteers to contribute to our 2026 publication series. We are seeking high-quality, data-driven articles that analyze the realities of African SMEs.
In line with our strategic focus for 2026, we encourage topic proposals that address critical gaps such as Agribusiness financing, Digital tools for SMEs, and the Informal Economy.
Responsibilities: 1. Select a specific topic relevant to the African business environment. 2. Conduct desk research using localized data sources (e.g., government bulletins, AfDB reports) and field evidence. 3. Draft one analytical article (maximum 1,500 words) strictly adhering to MLA citation style. 4. Ensure cultural sensitivity: Avoid the "savior narrative" and emphasize the agency of African entrepreneurs. 5. Revise the draft based on feedback from the AAE Editorial team.
- Proven ability to write clear, plain English (French is a plus).
- Background in Business, Economics, Data Science, or Journalism.
- Strong research skills: Ability to prioritize localized data over second-hand Western media reports.
- Familiarity with MLA referencing style. Note: AAE discourages heavy AI usage to celebrate the authentic voice of authors.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your experience with writing clear, data-driven articles? | This assesses your writing skills and ability to produce necessary content. | Explain your writing experience, highlighting published works or relevant projects. |
| How do you conduct research that prioritizes localized data? | To understand your research methodology and approach. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What are some key challenges African SMEs face, and how do they relate to your proposed topic? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure cultural sensitivity in your writing? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What role does the MLA citation style play in your writing process? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| In what ways do you think digital tools can enhance SMEs in Africa? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you provide examples of your previous research on African markets or economies? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you plan to avoid the 'savior narrative' in your articles? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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