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Newsletter n°5
06.02.08
NEWS FROM THE MEDIA SCENE
Live Broadcasting Ban Lifted in Kenya
On 4 February, the Kenyan government lifted the month-long ban on live broadcasting ahead of court hearings officially because of an "improvement in the situation." However, Information Minister Samuel Poghisio warned the media against "inflammatory content" and confirmed the setting up of a media task force.
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PRESS FREEDOM
Arbitrary Denials To Publish In Ethiopia
On 30 January, CPJ protested the Ethiopian government’s denial of publishing licenses to five journalists who were released from prison last year. Award-winning publisher Serkalem Fasil, columnist Eskinder Nega, and publisher Sisay Agena have submitted applications and fulfilled all legal requirements to launch two newspapers. Yet the head of the Press Licensing and Permit Office, Fantahun Asres, notified the journalists that their applications had been denied without further explanation.
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Alerts from the Continent
The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) called on Uganda authorities to end the harassment of journalists in the country following the arrests of five journalists and editors on 28 January. All five worked at the privately-owned Daily Monitor and were charged with defaming the Inspector General of Government, Justice Faith Mwondha. The charges stemmed from the publication of articles that implicated her in a salary scam. They were released from jail on bail pending their trial.
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CONFERENCES & SEMINARS
Global Investigative Journalism Conference
Investigative journalists from Russia, Eastern Europe, The Balkans, Caucasus, Middle East, Asia, Africa and Latin America have the opportunity to apply for grants that will cover their travel and stay at the Global Investigative Journalism Conference 2008 in Lillehammer, Norway. The deadline to apply is rolling.
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Seminar Invites Journalists To Discuss Their Role In Democracy
The Institute for Further Education of Journalists in Sweden will host an international seminar on journalism and democracy on 5-23 May. The programme is open to journalists from 21 selected countries across Africa, Asia and South America. Application deadline: 15 February.
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FELLOWSHIPS
Knight International Journalism Fellowships Programme
Knight International seeks an experienced journalist with a background in health journalism to lead a high-impact, results-driven Fellowship in Sub-Saharan Africa. The Knight International Journalism Fellowships programme sends international media professionals to key countries where there are opportunities for meaningful and measurable change. Working with partner organizations on high-impact projects, they build skills and enhance the standards of independent news organizations.
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AWARDS OPPORTUNITIES
2008 African Journalist Awards Held By CNN
CNN announces this year’s MultiChoice African Journalist Awards. The purpose of the contest is to foster journalistic talent across all disciplines in Africa and to highlight the importance of media in African society. Eighteen awards will be available in 16 different categories. Deadline to apply: 15 February.
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Global Issues/Citizen Voices Contest
Journalists have the opportunity to get their voice heard by applying for the Global Issues/Citizen Voices Contest, sponsored by the Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting and Helium. Applicants will compete for the most compelling essay on the most pressing issues of the day. The deadline to apply is 13 March.
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Journalists Can Be Nominated For International Freedom To Publish Prize
Journalists working in the field of freedom of expression have the opportunity to be nominated for the International Freedom to Publish Prize sponsored by the International Publishers Association (IPA). The deadline to submit nominations is 18 April.
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World TV Award Promotes Religious Understanding And Tolerance
International Journalists have the opportunity to enter a TV documentary contest that promotes religious understanding and tolerance. The deadline to apply is 1 April. Television producers from public service broadcasting organisations and private networks, as well as freelancers from Asia, Africa and Europe are all invited to participate.
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