Training
AMDF runs capacity building programs aimed at developing/strengthening capacities and skills of journalists, thereby building a strong media workforce on the continent.
Advocacy
AMDF advocates for increased understanding, recognition and importance of media development among partners and other civil society organisations.
Research
We conduct research on impact of media on development policies. We also encourage the evaluation of media development work as a way to identify and advance best practices.
Information Sharing
AMDF elevates the effectiveness and status of media by sharing best practices, highlighting impact and providing platform for discussion and debate on important issues
About us
Explore Africa Media Development Foundation
Our mission is to enhance the quality of journalism and ensure that compelling, development-focused stories from Africa are told and heard. We aim to empower journalists with the skills and knowledge needed to report effectively on critical issues affecting the continent.
A few things we’re good at
Check out our major activities
Media Training
We run media trainings and other engagements aimed at strengthening capacities of journalists
Press Freedom Advocacy
We advocate for a free environment in Africa where journalists can practice their profession
Media Lecture
We annually hold the Bagauda Kaltho Media Lecture online focusing on various issues related to the media
Journalism Conference
Each year we hold the Africa Conference on Development Journalism hosting journalists, academics, development partners, and CSOs
Media Awards
Each year we hold the AMDF Journalist of the Year contest, where we recognize best journalism works
Journalists Network
We run the African Journalists Network (AJN), connecting journalists and providing them relevant information
Focus
Press Freedom Endeavors
We are committed to Press Freedom
Statements
We issue statements on press freedom issues, advocating for a better environment for the press in Africa.
Annual WPFD
We hold panel discussion on World Press Freedom Day featuring African journalists and other stakeholders
Press Tracker
We launched the press freedom tracker where we document each case of press freedom violation in Africa
Courage Awards
Each Year we present Courage in Journalism Awards to a Journalist and a Media House that demonstrate courage in their work
Focus
The Conference Platform
Our annual Journalism Conference
Keynote
Notable individuals are invited to present keynote address during the Africa Conference on Development Journalism
Panel Discussions
Organisations key into the conference by taking a session to hold panel discussions on topics related to the conference theme
Papers
Academics and other individuals submit abstracts, once selected the are scheduled to present a paper during the conference
Networking
The conference provides a platform for participants from different places to interact and network with each other
Success Stories
Array of projects executed overtime
Testimonials
Here are what Journalists say about us:
Do you sometimes have the feeling that you’re running into the same obstacles over and over again? Many of my conflicts have the same feel to them, like “Hey, I think I’ve been here before”
Hauwa Bata
Radio Nigeria, Maiduguri
Do you sometimes have the feeling that you’re running into the same obstacles over and over again? Many of my conflicts have the same feel to them, like “Hey, I think I’ve been here before”
Sola Ojo
GoBroadsheet, Kaduna
Do you sometimes have the feeling that you’re running into the same obstacles over and over again? Many of my conflicts have the same feel to them, like “Hey, I think I’ve been here before”
Asma’u Halilu
Voice of Nigeria, Kaduna
Do you sometimes have the feeling that you’re running into the same obstacles over and over again? Many of my conflicts have the same feel to them, like “Hey, I think I’ve been here before”
John Doe
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Our Team
Team of dedicated staff making things happen in AMDF
Sekyen Dadik
Executive Director
Zhiroh Jatau
Press Freedom Manager
Gimbiya Sambo
,Senior Program Officer Finance & Admin
Hannatu Mato
Senior Program Officer, Partnerships
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