The Nile Basin Initiative, with generous support from GIZ, on behalf of the German Federal Government, has officially launched the highly anticipated Nile Media Awards 2023. Journalists from across the region are cordially invited to participate in this prestigious event by submitting their original works that highlight and promote Cooperation in Transboundary Waters within the Nile Basin.
As part of the submission criteria, journalists are encouraged to focus on various topics that showcase the collective efforts of countries in addressing shared challenges. These topics encompass, but are not limited to, climate change mitigation strategies, the optimization of socio-economic benefits derived from the Nile Basin’s water resources, effective management techniques to minimize risks and costs of development projects, and the paramount importance of regional peace and security fostered through cooperative approaches in handling and utilizing the shared water resources of the Nile Basin.
The Nile Media Awards 2023 aim to recognize and celebrate exceptional journalistic efforts that illuminate the significance of cooperation among Nile Basin countries. By shedding light on these critical matters, the initiative endeavors to raise awareness, inspire collaboration, and instigate positive change throughout the region.
Journalists are encouraged to submit their compelling pieces, which exemplify the value of cooperative management and sustainable use of the Nile Basin’s water resources, ultimately contributing to the prosperity and well-being of the entire Nile Basin community. The organizers anticipate a wealth of insightful and impactful submissions that will undoubtedly serve as catalysts for progress and understanding in the region.
The Nile Media Awards organised by NBI, is a competition for journalists based in the NBI Member States. Journalists are encouraged to explore the benefits of cooperation in the Nile Basin on various topics/sectors, including food, water and energy security, climate adaptation, ecosystems, governance and management of water resources, regional investment projects and many more. Submissions with a strong focus on the human impact of cooperation in the Nile Basin are particularly welcomed.
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Through the Awards therefore, NBI and partners intend to:
- Give the media an opportunity to showcase their best works that touch on cooperation in transboundary waters in the Nile Basin.
- Achieve the goal of the Nile Media Awards: to promote increased, factual and balanced reporting on Nile cooperation and Nile Basin issues
- Recognise and reward excellence in reporting on issues related to Nile Cooperation and the Nile Basin.
- Inspire journalists in the region to report more on issues surrounding Nile Cooperation and the Nile Basin.
- Promote investigative journalism and accuracy as well as creativity and innovation in presenting information about key topics to the Basin, including water security, energy security, food security, environment sustainability, climate change adaptation and trans-boundary water governance.
Eligibilities
- The Award is open to all practicing journalists including freelancers in the mainstream media and multi-media outlets from the Nile Basin countries, those that NBI has engaged with directly (e.g. through training and other events), as well as all others.
- The entries should have been published in publications in the 10 NBI Member States namely: Burundi, DR Congo, Egypt, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, The Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda, between December 2020 and August 22, 2023.
Application Process
- Participants must go to the website and click the ‘Submit Entry’ option to apply for the award.
- No entry fee is required.
- Awards will be given in the following categories: Print, Radio, Television, Photography, Digital
- From this pool judges will also select Best female entry & Best collaborative story.
Application Deadline: August 22, 2023
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