Adenauer Media Lecture 2026: The Value of Being Human - Constructive Journalism in the Age of AI
The 2026 Adenauer Media Lecture will take place at Wits University, Johannesburg, on 13 October 2026, with keynote speaker Ellen Heinrichs, founder and CEO of the Bonn Institute.
As artificial intelligence transforms how information is produced, distributed and consumed, journalism faces a fundamental question: What is the unique value of journalism in a world where machines can increasingly produce convincing information?
NIMCA Inaugural Assembly & 2nd Annual General Meeting 2026
Strengthening the foundations of independent media regulation in Africa, 14-15 September 2026 | Johannesburg, South Africa
Representatives of media councils and independent media accountability bodies from across Africa will gather in Johannesburg for the NIMCA Inaugural Assembly & 2nd Annual General Meeting. The event will provide a platform for members to strengthen governance structures, discuss strategic priorities, promote sustainability, and advance collaboration in support of independent media regulation across the continent.
SOS Public Service Media Symposium 2026 – Johannesburg, South Africa
Strengthening public service media’s digital future and advocacy in Africa
From 8 to 9 September 2026, the KAS Media Programme Sub-Saharan Africa will support the annual Public Service Media Symposium in Johannesburg. The two-day event brings together media stakeholders, policymakers, and civil society to discuss the future, sustainability, and digital transformation of public service media, while strengthening advocacy and collaboration across Africa.
Fact-Checking Fellowship Programme 2026 – Dakar, Senegal
Strengthening skills for combating disinformation in Africa’s media landscape
From 17 August to 2 September 2026, the KAS Media Programme Sub-Saharan Africa will host its Fact-Checking Fellowship in Dakar. The programme brings together journalists and media professionals to strengthen their skills in verifying information, countering disinformation, and promoting fact-based journalism across the continent.
African Journalism Education Network (AJEN) 2026 Annual Conference, Port Louis
Reimagining African journalism education in a time of Technological Disruptions and Possibilities
The African Journalism Education Network (Ajen) will host its 2026 Round Table from 12–14 August 2026 in Port Louis, bringing together journalism educators, media practitioners and researchers from across Africa and beyond, with support from KAS Media Africa.
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.
The Great Media Shift - International Round Table Discussion
Content creators, legacy media, and the battle shaping Africa’s media economy
Africa’s media landscape is rapidly transforming as digital content creators and influencers reshape how news is produced, distributed, and consumed. KAS Media Africa is hosting an international roundtable from 2-4 June in Kigali, Rwanda. Bringing together journalists, content creators, media leaders, and industry partners to explore how credibility, innovation, and economic sustainability can be strengthened in a platform‑driven media environment.
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.
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.
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
