Egab FAQs - For Journalists & Media Outlets

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What is Egab?

Egab is a platform that enables journalists in the Global South to publish nuanced, underreported stories in leading regional and international media outlets.

As a freelance journalist, why should I use Egab?

Egab helps freelance journalists from the Global South grow their careers and get published internationally.

You can pitch story ideas directly on Egab’s platform to our editorial team. Once approved and later commissioned by a media outlet, your work can appear in outlets such as Al Jazeera, the BBC, El País, The Guardian, TRT World, The New Humanitarian, and more.

How does Egab work?

Egab connects journalists in the Global South with editors looking for original, nuanced story ideas.

Sign up on our platform
Submit your pitches. Our editors will review them within a few days and provide feedback with approval, rejection, or request revisions.
Once approved, your pitch is shared with our partner media outlets.

Editors from our partner outlets regularly browse Egab, commission stories they’re interested in, and publish them with credit to both the journalist and Egab.

How do I sign up to Egab?

Create an account by clicking Sign Up.
Verify your email via the link sent to your inbox.
Complete your profile (CV, email, banking information, etc.).
Start submitting your pitches.

You’ll hear back from our editors within a few days.

How do I pitch stories to Egab?

Create an account at egab.co.
Verify your email.
Complete your profile.
Submit your pitch(es)

Our editorial team will review your submission and respond within a few days.

Do I get commissioned for a story immediately after I sign up?

No. After signing up to Egab, you need to submit a pitch first. Media outlets review approved pitches and decide which stories to commission.

Can I submit more than one pitch?

Yes. You can submit multiple pitches, but each one must be submitted separately. Combining more than one pitch in a single submission will be rejected.

Is Egab a freelancing platform like Freelancer or UpWork?

No. Egab is a platform for freelance journalists. Unlike platforms like Freenlancer, UpWork, or Story Hunter, Egab is pitch-driven. You don’t wait for assignments – you pitch your own story ideas and media outlets commission the stories they want to publish via Egab.

Is there any cost to register on the platform?

No. Signing up and submitting pitches are completely free.You’ll also receive feedback on your pitches— including rejected ones—at no cost.

I signed up but still can’t create pitches. What should I do?

Make sure you’ve completed all required fields in your Settings section. Your profile must be fully filled out before you can submit pitches.

My account information is complete, but I still can’t create a pitch. What should I do?

First, double-check that your profile and all required fields in the Settings section are complete. If the issue persists, please contact our tech team at tech@egab.co.

How long does it take to receive a response to my pitch?

We respond to pitches within a few days. Timelines can sometimes vary depending on workload and volume of submissions.

If your pitch is time-sensitive (e.g., tied to an upcoming event), please indicate this clearly in your headline so our team can prioritize reviewing it.

How will I know if my pitch has been accepted or rejected?

You will receive a response from the Egab team either way, along with an email notification.

To avoid missing updates, please ensure Egab emails are not going to your spam folder.

Often, before accepting or rejecting a pitch, our editors may request more details. Please log into your account regularly and respond to any questions within the timeframe specified by the editor. You’ll also receive an email when new comments are added.

What happens after my pitch is accepted?

Once your pitch is approved and finalized, it will be circulated to our partner media outlets.

If a media outlet commissions your story:

You’ll be notified to confirm the offer and deadline.
Only begin working on the story after you receive official commissioning confirmation via email.
After you submit the story and it is published, the outlet pays Egab.
Egab deducts its commission and transfers the remaining payment to your bank account.

Please note: Pitch acceptance does not guarantee commissioning. The story should only be produced once the commissioning offer is officially confirmed.

Can I submit new pitches after my pitch is rejected?

Yes. When a pitch is rejected, our team will explain the reasons. We encourage you to apply this feedback when submitting your next pitch.

One of Egab’s main goals is to help local journalists develop and strengthen their skills, including pitch writing. Learning any new skill takes time, so don’t be discouraged if more than one pitch is rejected.

In what languages can I submit pitches in?

We accept pitches in Arabic, English, or French.

Do I get paid for my stories?

Yes, of course! Once your story is commissioned, we will send you the rate offered by the partnering media outlet so you know it upfront. Payments are typically processed within about 2 months after publication.

Can I pitch to Egab outside the platform?

Yes. After signing up, you can also pitch stories via WhatsApp. Just send “Pitch” to +4915778461866, click the automated link, fill in the pitch details (title, language, themes, country, pitch summary, etc.), and click complete.

What type of stories do we accept?

All stories! Culture, travel, social issues, conflict, climate, gender, human interest and more – as long as the story is original and relevant to a global audience.

Does Egab only accept pitches in text format?

No. Egab accepts pitches for stories in all formats: text, video, audio, and multimedia.

Can I choose which media outlet I want to publish with?

You cannot select a preferred outlet, but you can exclude specific outlets you don’t want your pitch sent to. There is a field on the “create pitches” page where you can list any outlets you wish to exclude.

Which media outlets does Egab work with?

Egab partners with a wide range of regional and international media outlets that publish stories from the Global South.

Do you work with local media outlets?

No. Egab only pitches stories to regional and international media outlets.

Do I have to submit a pitch related to the country I live or reside in?

Yes. We believe local journalists understand their communities best.You must submit pitches related to the country you live in or belong to.For example, if you are Egyptian and living in London, you may pitch stories about Egypt or about Arab communities in London.

Does Egab only accept Solutions Journalism (SoJo) pitches?

Egab specializes in Solutions Journalism, but we accept all types of pitches - as long as they’re original and relevant to a global audience.

Partnering media outlets can also request pitches through a “call for pitches” circulated by Egab. Journalists registered on the platform will be notified via e-mail about upcoming calls for pitches.

Can I submit pitches that have already been published in regional or international outlets?

No. Egab only accepts original, unpublished story ideas. If your story has already appeared in regional or international media, it will be rejected.

However, if it has only been covered locally, you may still pitch it—just include links to any local coverage.

Can I send the same pitch I submitted to Egab to other outlets or platforms?

No. You cannot submit the same (or a similar) pitch elsewhere unless Egab has officially rejected it. By signing up, you agree that Egab has exclusive rights to all pitches and stories submitted through the platform. Please review the full terms and conditions on the website.

Can I publish the same or a similar story that was commissioned through Egab on other outlets?

No. Egab retains exclusive rights to all content submitted to and commissioned through the platform. Please review the previous question for more details.

What are the benefits of signing up on Egab?

By joining Egab, you gain:

Skill development through direct guidance from veteran international journalists (Ex BBC, Bloomberg, Wall Street Journal, and more).
Career growth with bylines in top regional and global media outlets.
Fair payment for your published work.

Who can I contact if I have further questions?

For editorial queries, email editorial@egab.co.
For technical queries, email tech@egab.co.
For financial queries, email accounting@egab.co.
For general queries, email: enquiries@egab.co.
For general queries after signing up, email clientsupport@egab.co.

Can I delete my account on Egab?

Yes. You may request account deletion. However, pitches that are pending review or already accepted remain under Egab’s exclusive rights. You cannot submit those pitches to other outlets unless Egab has officially rejected them.

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