Africa Media Perspectives

📣🌍 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘀! Your voice is crucial! WAN-IFRA's World Press Trends Outlook 2024-2025 survey needs your insights to shape the future of our industry. With Dr François Nel as lead researcher, this survey delves into: 🔹 Revenue streams driving publishers’ strategies 🔹 Cost allocations 🔹 Views on Generative AI 🔹 Financial and strategic forecasts for 2024 and 2025. African media perspectives are vital for this global report. Your participation ensures our continent’s voice is heard and represented. As a thank you, you’ll receive: 📊 Initial survey results in September (slide deck) 📘 Full report in January 2025. Your responses are collected anonymously and findings reported in aggregate. 🚀 To participate and make your voice count, click on these links -> 𝗘𝗡𝗚𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗛 https://lnkd.in/dY3vJ5gJ 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗛 https://lnkd.in/d3zyFtfq 𝗚𝗘𝗥𝗠𝗔𝗡 https://lnkd.in/dJJCnrYP 𝗦𝗣𝗔𝗡𝗜𝗦𝗛 https://lnkd.in/dteWNbWZ #WANIFRA #WorldPressTrends #MediaSurvey #Journalism #AfricanMedia #MediaInsights #GenerativeAI #PublishingStrategies #IndustryLeaders

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A toast to South Africa Wine at #AMP2024!   AMP attendees, let’s reminisce about the incredible welcome function last week! South Africa Wine took us on a delightful journey through the heart of winemaking tradition, featuring a host of black-owned wine brands. 𝗜𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘁𝗼𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝘀 𝗳𝗮𝗿 𝗮𝘀 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮, 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗱𝗼𝗺, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗦𝗔!   We began by uncorking the essence of Africa itself with African Roots Wines, each sip a reminder of the continent’s vibrant spirit. Bayede! Royal Wine and Spirits offered majestic flavours that truly embodied the region, while Best Spirits of Africa showcased the pinnacle of craftsmanship with every bottle.   But the evening didn’t stop there! We also had the pleasure of savouring the rich heritage of Birthmark of Africa, the exquisite flavours of Koni Wines and Nietvoorbij, and the power and passion poured into every bottle of HER Wines.   Finally, the grand finale arrived with an exclusive second tasting. We explored the innovative creations of Ses’fikile Wines, the promising future of Bridge of Hope Wines, and the joyous spirit captured in Thokozani Wines.   𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗴𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗱, 𝘄𝗲 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴. Cheers to an unforgettable evening that brought us together through the love of a good sip!   #AMP2024 #AfricaMediaPerspectives #SouthAfricanWine #WineTasting

The 2024 Africa Media Perspectives conference was abuzz with a strong Nigerian presence, reflecting the country’s position as one of the continent’s most influential media markets. It was an incredible opportunity to delve into a wealth of Nigerian case studies and witness first-hand the ground-breaking work being spearheaded by the Nigeria Media Innovation Program (NAMIP), an initiative by Media Development Investment Fund.   The case studies showcased the ingenuity and dynamism of the Nigerian media industry, tackling a wide range of issues and inspiring future advancements. It also highlighted the impactful work of NAMIP, a programme fostering innovation and a greater path towards media sustainability.   Food For Mzansi would like to thank NAMIP for honouring the invitation to join us in Stellenbosch, South Africa.   #AMP2024 #AfricaMediaPerspectives #NigerianMedia #NAMIP #MDIF #MediaInnovation

Africa Media Perspectives crackled with energy during a fireside chat featuring some of the continent's most inspiring independent media founders. Styli C. (Daily Maverick in South Africa), Innocent Eteng (Prime Progress in Nigeria), Verashni Pillay (explain.co.za), Mapi Mhlangu (MInsight Content Creation), and the Food For Mzansi Group’s Ivor Price and Kobus Louwrens offered a candid look at African media entrepreneurship.   They didn’t shy away from sharing the fears they’ve faced, but also outlined their bold visions for the future of media, journalism and storytelling. The discussion explored the grit and determination that fuels their success in a challenging industry. Attendees gained valuable insights into navigating a tough landscape and building resilient media businesses.   #AMP2024 #AfricaMediaPerspectives #mediaentrepreneurship #mediainnovation

Reflecting on another insightful panel at the Africa Media Perspectives conference in Stellenbosch, South Africa, where top experts shared strategies on dominating niche markets in media:   Led by the Kenya-based Catherine Gicheru, a Media Development Investment Fund board member, the panel featured Tayo Fagbule, Editor of BusinessDay Nigeria, alongside the inspirational Mia Malan of Bhekisisa Centre for Health Journalism in South Africa, and Ododoola Oyewo from MSME AFRICA in Nigeria.   In a landscape saturated with content, the session highlighted case studies from across Africa, emphasising the importance of identifying passionate markets, nurturing loyal communities, and tailoring content to niche interests. Key takeaways included actionable steps such as exploring innovative revenue models.   #AMP2024 #AfricaMediaPerspectives #mediainnovation #nichemedia Food For Mzansi

We’re still buzzing from Dhimant Parekh’s incredible keynote on entrepreneurial thinking in media at Africa Media Perspectives! A huge thank you to Dhimant, co-founder of The Better India, for making the journey all the way from South Asia – his first trip to Africa!    His expertise and graciousness in sharing with 100 of Africa’s finest media professionals were truly inspiring. Dhimant’s thought-provoking talk explored how:   🚀 Cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset is crucial for sustainable success in today’s media landscape. 🌟 Innovation and strategic planning can empower African independent media to thrive. 🇮🇳 Lessons from The Better India can be applied to drive greater innovation and resilience in African media organisations.   A special thanks to Media Development Investment Fund for bringing Dhimant to South Africa and facilitating this invaluable exchange of knowledge. This collaboration between African and global media leaders is exactly what we need to see more of!   #AMP2024 #AfricaMediaPerspectives Food For Mzansi

Africa Media Perspectives just wrapped up, and a panel that left a lasting impression was on the power of video storytelling in African media. Huge thanks to the industry leaders who shared their expertise: Alexander Oser, COO at Seen.tv, and Chude Jideonwo, a Nigerian filmmaker and media entrepreneur.   We delved into how video is being used to craft compelling narratives that resonate with audiences, while also navigating the unique opportunities and challenges of the African media landscape. Seen.TV, with its ground-breaking focus on mobile journalism, and #WithChude, a popular YouTube channel, offered valuable insights on the importance of authenticity in connecting with viewers, and building a loyal audience through engaging video content.   #AMP2024 #AfricaMediaPerspectives #VideoStorytelling #MobileJournalism Food For Mzansi Media Development Investment Fund

🚀 Over the weekend at the Africa Media Perspectives conference hosted by Food For Mzansi, we had an enlightening panel discussion on “AI in African media: Navigating opportunities and challenges.”   Facilitated by Paul McNally, founder of Develop.AI and Justice AI in South Africa, the panel delved into AI’s transformative impact on journalism. Joined by esteemed panellists including Dr Clare Cook, Head of Journalism and Media Viability at IMS (International Media Support), Mungo Soggot, CEO of Scrolla.Africa, Mallick Mnela, founder of iHubOnline in Malawi, and Dylan Bettencourt, Deputy News Editor at Scrolla.Africa, discussions centred on the profound implications of AI for media innovation in Africa.   We discussed critical themes: ✨ Using AI to serve marginalised communities and news deserts ✨ Scaling and accelerating backend processes for media in fragile contexts ✨ Efficiently scaling coverage for minority languages ✨ Safeguarding agency and avoiding repetition among developers ✨ Ethical and strategic considerations in newsrooms ✨ Enabling dialogue for policy and regulatory change   It was particularly inspiring to hear from Scrolla.Africa and CITE in Zimbabwe about their pioneering media use cases, reinforcing AI’s potential to innovate and empower.   #AMP2024 #AfricaMediaPerspectives #mediainnovation #AI

This past weekend at #AfricaMediaPerspectives a panel discussion on “Navigating democracy: The role of media in African elections” sparked critical conversation. Huge thanks to Dr Sisanda Nkoala (PhD) for facilitating, and to the brilliant panellists. Qaanitah Hunter, award-winning political editor and head of Seen.tv in Africa, and Ajibola Amzat, co-publisher of WikkiTimes in Nigeria.   With a record-breaking 20 African countries holding national elections this year, the media’s role as a democratic guardian is paramount. The panel addressed the growing threat of misinformation and disinformation to electoral integrity. They explored how media can:   📢 Combat misinformation through fact-checking and verification. ✨ Provide diverse and balanced coverage of candidates and issues. 💡 Empower citizens to make informed decisions by fostering media literacy.   The #AMP2024 discussion highlighted the vital role independent media plays in holding governments accountable and ensuring transparency in elections. What’s your take? Let’s keep the conversation going!   #AMP204 #AfricaMediaPerspectives #FoodForMzansi #mediainnovation