What makes for great entrepreneurial journalism? A content analysis of 24 award-winning journalism startups, 2021-2024

Abdullateef Mohammed, Nile University of Nigeria, Adeola Abdulateef Elega, Nile University of Nigeria, Yakubu Ozohu-Suleiman, Nile University of Nigeria, Aisha Samaila Dahuwa, Nile University of Nigeria

Journalism: Theory, Practice & Criticism

Published online on February 13, 2026

Abstract

Journalism, Ahead of Print.
This study examines the defining characteristics of successful entrepreneurial journalism by analyzing 24 award and grant-winning journalism startups recognized between 2021 and 2024 byThe Next Challenge for Media & Journalism, and theNonprofit News ...