The Media Institute of Southern Africa (MISA) is accepting submissions for its annual Press Freedom Award with a cash prize of US$1,000 to honour excellence in journalism. All forms of media are eligible; photography, print, radio, video, film and internet. Eligible individuals or institutions should be based in the southern African region (SADC region). Excellence in journalism may be described as the upholding of the ethics of the profession at all costs, and the relentless pursuit of the truth. The award is also in recognition of the work of an individual or institution contributing significantly to the promotion of media freedom in the region. The excellence which the award acknowledges can be achieved either through reportage or in other ways such as media reform, lobbying or training. All nominations should be accompanied by a motivation not exceeding 1,500 words and the CV of the nominee. Where applicable, a copy of the work, or a portfolio of work, should be included with the nomination. Nominations should be sent to the MISA Secretariat, for the attention of the Regional Director, to email: director@misa.org, or by post: Private Bag 13386, Windhoek, Namibia, or by fax: 264-61-248016.

Deadline: 30 June, 2005