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Our Speakers
Phathiswa Magopeni
Board Director, South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC)
Ferial Haffajee
Associate Editor, Daily Maverick
Toun Sonaiya
CEO, Women Radio 91.7
Dr Nancy Booker
Associate Professor and Dean, Aga Khan University
Aidah Agwang
Public Relations Specialist, Compassion Internationa
Aidah Munzatsi
Journalist and digital content creator
Aijamal Duishebaeva
UN Women Regional Office for East and Southern Africa
Ruth Butaumocho
Managing Editor, The Herald
Alex Taremwa
Lecturer, Aga Khan University- Media and Communications
Anikeade Funke Akintoye
Associate Lecturer/ Doctoral Student, Lagos State University,
Anita Eboigbe
Chief of Staff (Business Operations), Big Cabal Media
Meet Our Speakers
Phathiswa Magopeni
Board Director, South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC)
Ferial Haffajee
Associate Editor, Daily Maverick
Toun Sonaiya
CEO, Women Radio 91.7
Dr Nancy Booker
Associate Professor and Dean, Aga Khan University
Aidah Agwang
Public Relations Specialist, Compassion Internationa
Ruth Butaumocho
Managing Editor, The Herald
Aijamal Duishebaeva
UN Women Regional Office for East and Southern Africa
Alex Taremwa
Lecturer, Aga Khan University- Media and Communications
Anikeade Funke Akintoye
Associate Lecturer/ Doctoral Student, Lagos State University,
Anita Eboigbe
Chief of Staff (Business Operations), Big Cabal Media
Doreen Umutesi
Photojournalist, Association Rwandaise des Femmes des Médias (ARFEM)
David Diaz-Jogeix
Senior Director of Programmes, Article 19
Moussa Fara Diop
Coordinator, African Youth Commission
Aissata Ndiathie
Chef du desk politique, Groupe Emedia Invest
Robi Koki Ochieng
Lecturer, United States International University- Africa
Marguerite Rosalie Ndiaye
Presidente de l'AFMS, CEO de l'Agence ASOWAR
Albertina Piterbarg
Electoral Expert, UNESCO
Janet Mbugua
Founder/Director, Inua Dada Foundation
Lindiwe Mugabe
Programme Specialist EVAW, African Union Commission
Valerie Traore
Executive Director, Niyel
Bethlehem Woldeyohannes
Researcher/ Gender and Media trainer, Ethiopian Media Women Association
Blessing Udeobasi
Student, University of Nigeria
Chika Nnabuife
Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University
Christina Meetoo
Senior Lecturer, University of Mauritius
Christine Sayo
Senior Global Advisor, Network Brand and Communications , Ipas
Cintia Adaeze Aghaelina
Journalist, Jambo FM
Deji Adekunle
Program Director, NAMIP
Djibitièna Idassa Badjo
Journalist, The Ekina association and the media Ekinamag.com
Doris Olumoko
FOUNDER, DORISOBY MEDIA FOUNDATION,
Dr Anthea Henderson
Director, Commacross Ltd
Molline Marume
Thematic Lead for Generation Equality Action Coalition on GBV
Abdoulaye Ndiaye
Program Officer on Access to Information and Transparency, Article 19 West Africa
Meriyem Kokaina
Fellow, AU Media Fellowship
Melissa Babil Lemos
Founder, Vona Multimedia
Adesewa Olofinko
Media Fellow, African Union
Aïssatou Fofana
Co-Founder/Editor, L'Ecologitse
Keletso Thobega
Independent Journalist
Yasmine Faisal Nila
Founder and Editor-In-Chief Zuba Network
Osasu Edobor
CEO, THR Media
Dr Dinesh Bailliah
Director, Wits Centre for Journalism
Dr Añulika Agina
Lecturer, Pan-Atlantic University, Lagos
Dr Bernice Gatere
CEO, Trans World Radio Kenya/SIFA FM
Dr Getachew Tilahun Wakene
Lecturer and researcher, Jimma University
Dr Joyce Kirabo
Lecture, Mount Kigali University Rwanda
Dr Latifa Akharbach
President, High Authority For Audiovisual Communication
Dr Leyla Burcu Dündar
Academic, Başkent University,
Dr Lydia Chibwe
Postdoc fellow/Women's Rights project officer, University of Pretoria
Dr Marquita Smith
Associate Dean for Graduate Programs and Research, University of Mississippi
Dr Moussa Diop
Lecturer/ Head of academic affairs, E-jicom
Dr Obioma Okonkwo
Head of Legal, Media Rights Agenda
Dr Irmgarda Kasinskaite-Buddeberg
Advisor for Communication and Information, UNESCO
Misako Ito
Regional Adviser for Communication and Information in Africa, UNESCO
Monjolaoluwa Aminu
Communications Student, Elizade University
Katherine Skinner
Executive Director, Association of Independent Publishers (AIP)
Gladness Munuo
CEO, Crises Revolving Centre
Dr Olayinka Oyegbile
Journalist/Lecture, Af24News/Trinity University
Dr Omega Douglas
Head of BA Journalism, Goldsmiths College, University of London
Dr Omowumi Olaseinde
Lecturer & Presenter, Bamidele Olumilua University
Dr Rose Kimani
Project Manager, DW Akademie
Dr Solomon Tabor
Assistant Professor, Dilla University
Dr Theodora Dame Adjin-Tettey
Senior Lecturer, Durban University of Technology
Elizabeth Hove
Lecturer, Great Zimbabwe University
Elva Nziza
Lecture/ PHD Student, NLA University College, Norway /University of Kwazulu
Enatnesh Muluken Fetene
Lecturer and department head, Wollo University
Eniola Akinwumi
Lecturer, Elizade University, Ilara-Mokin
Evans Teddy Oundo
Regional Coordinator, Media Council of Kenya
Fadzayi Ndikodzi Maposah
Correspondent
Fola Folayan
Marketing Manager, The Center For Collaborative Investigative Journalism
Gaye Crossley
Masters Graduate/Freelance Writer, University of the Witwatersrand
Gloria Edukere
PR, Communications & Content Coordinator, Baobab Consulting
Hélène Doubidji
CEO, EkinaMag
Ifeoma Orji
Journalist, Voice of Nigeria
Ifeyinwa Awagu
Faculty, Pan-Atlantic University
Imani Henrick Luvanga
General Manager, Kings FM Radio
Joyce Laguma
Lecturer, Plateau State University, Bokkos
Juliana da Penha
Founding Editor, Migrant Women Press
Keziah Githinji
lecturer and Journalist, United States International University
Lebogang Maphada
Senior Investment Officer, MDIF
Lister Namumba
Program Manager, Media Monitoring Africa
Marie-Louise Félcité Bidias
Investigate Journalist and CEO , Mayro Magazine,
Mary Efuetji
Journalist, SOPECAM- Cameroon Tribune
Naima Dellef
Secretary General, Media Association of Puntland Map
Nelly Kalu
Project Manager(Journalist), Center for Collaborative Investigative Journalism
Nolwazi Tusini
Program Director, Amplify South Africa
Ochanya Mercy Lamai
Assistant Lecturer, Nasarawa State University
Oluwadara Ajala
Program Manager, Media Development Investment Fund
Prof. Agaredech Jemaneh
Lecturer, Addis Ababa University
Prof. Espérance Bayedila
Lecturer/Dean, UNISIC (ex: IFASIC)
Prof. Glenda Daniels
Academic, University of the Witwatersrand
Prof. Margaret Jjuuko
Professor, University Of Rwanda
Prof. Safla Scheherazade
Jounalism Professor, Northwestern University in Qatar
Professor Kim Fox
professor of practice, The American University in Cairo
Rebecca Mutiso
Media Accreditation & Compliance, Media Council of Kenya
Rita Agha
PHD Student, The Australian National University
Susan Makore
Director Global Partnerships & Advisory, WAN-IFRA
Aidah Munzatsi
Journalist and digital content creator
Sakhile Dube
Journalist, Media Development
Siphiwe Mohammed
Lecturer, University of Eswatini
Soila Arasha
Journalist, Talk Africa
Tamaraebiju Jide
Student, Elizade University
Temitayo Ishola
Chief Financial Officer, Big Cabal Media
Uyanda Siyotula
National Coordinator, SOS Support Public Broadcasting Coalition
Victor Lupia Bwire
Director Media Training and Development, Media Council of Kenya
Wairimu Nyathira
Founder/CEO/Journalist, Rafiki International Limited
Williams Ekwealor
Student, Elizade University
AWiM24 Agenda
AWiM24 conference promises an exciting lineup of sessions. From panels to workshops, exhibitions, and fireside chats. And don't forget our spectacular conference dinner to end this important event.
8.00 - 9.00 AM |
AWiM Team Registration |
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9.00 - 9.30 AM Keur Damel |
Dr Yemisi Akinbobola, Dele Ogunleye, Alfred Bukali, Wynne Musabayana, Marguerite Rosalie Ndiaye Welcome and Opening Remarks |
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9.30 - 10.30 AM Keur Damel |
Oluwadara Ajala, Lebogang Maphada, Nolwazi Tusini Keynote Panel by MDIF MDIF’s Approach to Media Sustainability |
10.30 - 11.00 AM |
Break |
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11.00 - 1.00 PM Signara |
Ruth Butaumocho,
Rebecca Mutiso,
Keziah Githinji Lights, Camera, AI: Current trends and the future of Artificial Intelligence in Media Business Panel 1 |
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11.00 - 1.00 PM Boardroom |
Aissata Ndiathie,
Valerie G. Traore,
Moussa Fara Diop Digital Rights, Disinformation and Freedom of Expression in West Africa ARTICLE 19 |
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11.00 - 1.00 PM Keur Damel |
Nirmala Govender,
Lydia Namubiru,
Karen Thorne Empowering Success: Case Studies in Implementing Effective Business Models for Media Organisations 45 Mins PANEL & WORKSHOP by MDIF Oluwadara Ajala, Nolwazi Tusini, Lebogang Maphada Developing a Business Model & Product Strategy 1hour : 45 Mins WORKSHOP |
1.00 - 2.00 PM |
Lunch Break |
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2.00 - 4.00 PM Keur Damel |
Phathiswa Magopeni,
Gaye Crossley,
Prof. Glenda Daniels,
Evans Teddy Oundo,
Victor Lupia Bwire,
Juliana da Penha,
Siphiwe Mohammed The Media Marketplace: Models, Practices and Lessons Learned in Media Business and Management |
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2.00 - 4.00 PM Signara |
Wynne Musabayana,
Monjolaoluwa Aminu,
Dr Moussa Diop,
Morenike Taire,
Daniella Ogunlana Innovation and Responsibility: How Artificial Intelligence is Shaping Media Practice A Panel |
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2.00 - 4.00 PM Boardroom |
Misako Ito,
Dr Latifa Akharbach,
Aidah Munzatsi,
Chika Nnabuife,
Dr Solomon Tabor Balancing Act: Charting a course for Media Sustainability through Regulation and Policy A Panel |
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2.00 - 4.00 PM Linguere |
Queenter Mbori TRAKD: AI and Technology Facilitated Gender Based Violence IPDC-UNESCO WORKSHOP |
4.00 - 4.30 PM |
Break |
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4.30 - 6.30 PM Keur Damel |
Dr Omega Douglas,
Dr Leyla Burcu Dündar,
Dr Marquita Smith Theory in Practice: How Feminist and Decolonization Movements Shape Media Ecologies and Representation Panel 7 |
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4.30 - 6.30 PM Boardroom |
Fola Folayan,
Rita Agha,
Chika Nnabuife,
Ifeoma Orji Mapping, Attracting and Retaining audiences in a changing Media Landscape Panel 8 |
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4.30 - 6.30 PM Signara |
Christine Sayo,
Gloria Edukere,
Doris Olumoko,
Aidah Agwang Representation and Media: Sustainable Development Through Media Narratives A Panel |
8.00 - 8.30 AM |
Registration |
8:30 - 9:00 AM |
MC Welcome and Opening Remarks |
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9.00- 9.45 AM Keur Damel |
Dr Yemisi Akinbobola,
Agneta Söderberg Jacobson,
Lindiwe Mugabe,
Susan Makore,
Mamadou Thior,
Doreen Umutesi Kigali Declaration: Commitments for sustainable change Plenary Panel by Fojo and AWiM |
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10.00 - 10.45 AM |
Nelly Kalu The Metaverse Product and Sustainable Journalism Workshop |
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10.00 - 10.45 AM |
Robi Koki Ocheing Technology Faciliated Gender Based Violence Workshop |
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10.00 - 10.45 AM |
Lister Namumba Shaping Identities: Exploring Girls' Representation in New and Old Media Workshop by MMA |
10.45 - 11.00 AM |
BREAK |
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11.00 - 1.00 PM |
Dr. Getachew Tilahun, Christina Meetoo, Elva Nziza, Dr Theodora Dame Adjin-Tettey, Prof. Margaret Jjuuko, Dr Nancy Booker Setting the AJENDA for a holistic approach to media sustainability |
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11.00 - 1.00 PM |
Dr Omowumi Olaseinde,
Olusola Justinah Olanike,
Wairimu Nyathira,
Williams Ekwealor,
Ochanya Mercy Lamai Sustainable media practices in Social Media and Digital Innovation: Challenges and Opportunities |
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11.00 - 1.00 PM Keur Damel |
Dr Yemisi Akinbobola,
Molline Marume,
Aijamal Duishebaeva,
Janet Mbugua Engaging Media as partners and Generation Equality Commitment Makers to advance gender equality in East and Southern Africa UN Women Panel |
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11.00 - 1.00 PM |
Anita Eboigbe, Temitayo Ishola African Media Sustainability: The Gender Equity Fix Workshop by The Big Cabal |
1.00 - 2.00 PM |
Lunch Break |
2.00 - 4.00 PM |
Naima Musse Elmi,
Blessing Udeobasi,
Enatnesh Muluken Fetene,
Joyce Laguma Safeguarding Journalists and Defending Press Freedoms Panel |
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2.00 - 4.00 PM |
Cintia Adaeze Aghaelina,
Dr Joyce Kirabo,
Dr Olayinka Oyegbile Small Beginnings to Significant Growth: Opportunities and Challenges of women ‘mediapreneurs’ A Panel |
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2:00 - 4.00 PM |
Imani Henrick Luvanga,
Ferial Haffajee,
Dr Obioma Okonkwo Ensuring a viable business model in unviable media markets: African Women-Led success stories Fishbowl by DW Akademie |
4.00 - 4.30 PM |
BREAK |
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4.30 - 6.30 PM |
Phathiswa Magopeni,
Uyanda Siyotula Sustainability of Public Service Media by SOS Support Public Broadcasting Coalition. Panel |
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4.30 - 6.30 PM |
Dr Lydia Chibwe,
Ifeyinwa Awagu,
Bethlehem Woldeyohannes,
Gladness Munuo Media and Gender Violence A Panel |
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4.30 - 6.30 PM |
Fadzayi Ndikodzi Maposah,
Eniola Akinwumi,
Mary Efuetji Media and Social Change in Health and Environmental Journalism A Panel |
4.30 - 6.30 PM |
Prof. Kim Fox,
Anikeade Funke Akintoye,
Dr Bernice Gatere,
Prof. Safla Scheherazade Soundscapes: From Storytelling to Sustainability Audio Media and Podcasts A Panel |
7:00pm |
Gala Night / Dinner |
10:00pm |
End of Day 2 |
Our Partners
Meet our cofounders
African Women in Media is an international NGO working towards gender equality in and through media. This 8th AWiM conference brings together industry experts, academics, csos and policy actors to discuss media sustainability from three key perspectives: Media business and financial models; media and development goals, and Media and emerging technologies of artificial intelligence
DR. YEMISI AKINBOBOLA
Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer
Akinbobola is an award-winning journalist, academic, and co-founder of AWiM. Yemisi holds a PhD in Media and Cultural Studies and has published scholarly research on women’s rights, African feminism, and journalism practice. In 2021 she was recognised as one of 100 Most Influential African Women.
BAMIDELE OGUNLEYE
Co-founder and Chief Operating Officer
Bamidele is a gender and development expert with more than 10 years of experience leading capacity-building and advocacy initiatives that place women's empowerment at their core. As co-founder and COO for AWiM, Bamidele oversees the organisation’s operations.
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