The Isu Elihle Awards Competition is an African initiative that promotes ethical and quality reporting on children’s issues. Isu Elihle, meaning “great idea” in isiZulu, challenges journalists to submit innovative story ideas that center children’s voices and hold authorities accountable.
The competition aims to empower journalists through mentorship, resource sharing, and financial support to develop and publish their child-focused stories on any mainstream news platform. It rewards innovative journalism about children and encourages journalists to rethink how they perceive and engage children on issues affecting them. The journey from initial idea to final published story demonstrates remarkable growth in storytelling.
This groundbreaking initiative fosters high-quality, child-centric journalism that amplifies children’s perspectives and drives positive change in media coverage of their issues.
About Media Monitoring Africa (MMA)
Media Monitoring Africa (MMA), founded in 1993 and located in Johannesburg, South Africa. Our mission is to champion ethical journalism that upholds human rights, fostering an environment where both media and influential entities honour human rights while advancing democracy and the principles of justice and fairness. Leveraging technology, social media, and data tools, MMA implements effective media strategies for impactful change. At MMA, our vision is to cultivate a media landscape characterized by freedom, fairness, ethics, and critical engagement, not only in South Africa but throughou... continue reading
MMA Isu Elihle Awards Competition
| Application Deadline | 30 May 2024 |
| Value | ZAR 25 000 |
| Type | Contest |
| Sponsor | Media Monitoring Africa (MMA) |
| Gender | Men and Women |
Aim and Benefits of MMA Isu Elihle Awards Competition
Cash prizes:
ZAR 25 000 (Overall Winner);
ZAR 15 000 (2nd place)
ZAR 10 000 (Third Place)
Requirements for MMA Isu Elihle Awards Competition Qualification
The Competition is open to professional journalists, whether directly employed or freelancers, working in the continent of Africa and there is no entry fee payable.
Story ideas can be targeted at any mainstream news medium such as TV, Radio or Online.
Application Deadline
May 30, 2024How to Apply
For more details,visit MMA website
