Events
IPIE to launch scientific panel on AI impact on economic development
The International Panel on the Information Environment (IPIE) will host the AI Action Summit in Paris in February 2025, launching a new panel to study AI’s impact on economic development and inclusion. The summit’s theme, “public interest AI,” highlights how AI is reshaping global access to financial services, banking, housing, and employment opportunities.
Ethiopia to host the 15th EACA conference
The 15th East African Communication Association (EACA) conference will take place from August 27–29 2025, at Addis Ababa University’s School of Journalism and Communication in Ethiopia. Centered on the theme ‘Media and Communication in Africa’s Integration’, the conference aims to foster a mature, robust, and professional media and communication ecosystem across the continent.
EVENT: One World Media Awards
Entries are invited for the One World Media Awards, which will take place in June 2025. This is an opportunity to have your work recognised amongst the best in global journalism. The One World Media Awards recognise the best media coverage from and about the global south. Stories that break through stereotypes, change the narrative and connect people across cultures. Each year, hundreds of entries from all over the world are judged by our panels of distinguished professionals, carefully selected from the media and non-profit sectors for their wide-ranging experience and expertise.
2025 Calendar
Stay informed and connected with these significant dates and events in the media, journalism and communication community in 2025. Plan ahead and be part of these exciting global and regional conversations.
Bumper 20th AIJC edition in the works
The 20th African Investigative Journalism Conference (AIJC) promises to be a bumper edition, dealing with several issues facing journalism today. The event’s new coordinator, veteran journalist Beauregard Tromp tells us that journalism sustainability will be in strong focus at the conference from October 30 – November 1.
GALLERY: AJEN 2024 Roundtable Meeting
Check out the amazing moments from our third annual AJEN roundtable in Nairobi! From inspiring discussions to powerful connections, this year’s event brought together passionate voices from across Africa to tackle the future of journalism. Swipe through to see the highlights and the faces behind the conversations shaping tomorrow’s media.
African Journalism educators to hold roundtable in Nairobi
Journalism educators from the continent’s journalism schools, under the auspices of the African Journalism Educators Network (AJEN), will hold a roundtable meeting in Nairobi, Kenya, on August 25-27 2024 to discuss sustainable journalism education.
2024 Events Calendar
APRIL International Journalism Festival Date: 17 – 21 April Location: Perugia, Italy The International Journalism Festival returns once again, offering a platform for journalists, media professionals, and enthusiasts to engage in discussions, workshops, and...
Ajen plans 2024 meeting in Nairobi
The African Journalism Education Network (Ajen) is planning a follow up round table meeting in Nairobi in early September 2024. Though detailed plans are still being finalised, it is likely the event will be held in conjunction with a planned Konrad Adenauer Memorial...
Ajen round table meeting 2023: “Teaching new African journalisms”
OVERVIEW: Date: August 28 2023 Location: Kigali, Rwanda Programme:https://drive.google.com/file/d/151aju_S-1FvlSBfi0XcRR1EB7fDOPtCf/view?usp=drive_link Keynote: Guy Berger, formerly of Unesco The African Journalism Education Network’s second annual roundtable...
Ajen round table meeting 2022: “From the classroom to the African newsroom”
OVERVIEW: Date: September 13 2022 Location: Wits Club at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa Programme:https://journalism.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Final-Programme-Ajen-round-table-Sept22-v4.pdf Keynote: Dr Hayes Mabweazara,...
Symposium on African Journalism Education 2023
OVERVIEW: Date: March 30-31 2023 Location: Online Programme:https://smc.edu.ng/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Symposium-programme_A.pdf Keynote: Nkechi Christopher, University of Ibadan and Last Moyo, Xian Jiaotong-Liverpool University The lack of journalism education in...