Assembly of the African Union of Broadcasting (AUB) 17th General Assembly & 20th Anniversary
KAS Media Africa supports AUB Summit alongside delegates from EU. 15-17 April 2026, Banjul, The Gambia
As the African Union of Broadcasting celebrates two decades of service to the continent’s media, KAS Media Africa joins the 17th General Assembly in Banjul to strengthen African–European cooperation. The summit will explore the future of broadcasting amid rising costs, digital disruption, and the urgent need for resilient, innovative media systems.
European Broadcasting Unions (EBU) Media Summit 2026
KAS Media Africa brings General Directors of African Public Broadcasters to EBU Media Summit, 22-23 April, Sofia, Bulgaria
The EBU Media Summit 2026 brings together radio, TV, and digital leaders for two days of strategic dialogue and networking in Sofia. KAS Media Africa will contribute an African delegation, strengthening cross‑regional perspectives and fostering new partnerships.
Workshop: Cyber Threats and Resilience for Media, Journalists and Newsrooms
5–7 May 2026, Gaborone, Botswana
Discover how to safeguard your newsroom from cyberattacks, AI‑powered threats, and online manipulation. This practical training offers expert insights and real‑world exercises designed for today’s digital journalism challenges.
GlobalFact 2026 – The World’s Leading Fact‑Checking Summit
KAS Media Africa participates in the premier global forum on fact‑checking and disinformation, 17-19 June, Vilnius, Lithuania
KAS Media Africa will participate in GlobalFact 2026, the leading global forum for fact‑checkers and information integrity experts. Held in Vilnius, the summit brings together professionals from more than 80 countries to tackle AI‑driven misinformation and strengthen global cooperation.
KAS Study Launch “Navigating risks and rewards:How South African journalists use AI in the newsroom”
Presentation of new study 10 April 2026, in Johannesburg, South Africa
How are South African journalists using AI today - and what does it mean for the future of news? The launch of this new KAS study uncovers both promise and pitfalls. Join us on 10 April in Johannesburg for an in‑depth look at the findings and their implications for media freedom and newsroom innovation.
Reporter Slam Africa 2026
Journalism meets the stage - live in Kampala
Reporter Slam Africa returns for its third edition, bringing powerful journalism and creative storytelling to Kampala, Uganda. On 13 March 2026, six journalists from across Sub-Saharan Africa will take to the stage to compete for the title of Reporter Slam Africa Champion 2026
KAS Media Africa Local Journalism Conference & Awards 2026 - Lilongwe, Malawi
Advancing local journalism, strengthening media futures
From 21-25 February 2026, journalists, media experts, and partners will gather in Lilongwe, Malawi, to discuss the future of local journalism and celebrate excellence in reporting
KAS Media Africa Local Journalism Award 2026 - Call for Submissions
Celebrating excellence in local reporting across Sub-Saharan Africa
Submit your best local journalism work from 2025 in English or French for the KAS Media Africa Local Journalism Award 2026
Managing Conflict in Today’s Newsroom Training 2025 - Nairobi, Kenya
This workshop covers the key competencies required to deal with conflict situations in today's newsrooms
KAS Media Africa collaborate to make the four-day training course for newsroom managers, starting on 1 December, possible.
World Conference of Science Journalists 2025
Science Journalism and Social Justice: Building Understanding and Resilience
For the first time on African soil, the World Conference of Science Journalists (WCSJ) will take place in Pretoria, South Africa, from 1-5 December 2025. KAS Media Africa is happy to support the participation of African journalists at this landmark event, dedicated to strengthening science journalism and its role in promoting understanding and social justice across borders.
2025 Global Investigative Journalism Conference (GIJC) - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
The global event, supported by KAS Media Africa, convenes innovative journalists from around the world
This year’s Global Investigative Journalism Conference will be held from 20 to 24 November 2025 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2025 African Investigative Journalism Conference (AIJC) - Johannesburg, South Africa
The AIJC is the largest meetup of working investigative journalists on the continent
Scheduled from 5 to 7 November 2025, the AIJC creates insights into the most innovative journalism models from across Africa
Cadenabbia Leadership Forum for Public Service Media from Africa and Europe 2025, Cadenabbia, Italy
Cross-continental Platform to ex-change ideas on challenges faced in public service broadcasting across Africa and Europe
The Forum, being the first of its kind between Africa and Europe, is scheduled from 5th to 8th of November 2025 in Italy at the former summer residence of the first German Chancellor, Konrad Adenauer
2025 IPI Conference and Media Innovation Festival in Vienna, Austria
The world's leading journalists and media thinkers will come together to ensure a free media for future generations as a global community
KAS Media Africa will be part of this year’s IPI World Congress from 23 to 25 October 2025, which takes place in Vienna under the theme “Defending the Future of Free Media”.
