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An annual awards programme that surfaces the best of what young East African journalists are producing — across investigations, solutions reporting, audio storytelling, and innovation.
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MCI Awards.
Celebrating excellence in journalism and media innovation.
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Celebrating excellence in journalism and media innovation.
Most MCI projects accept journalists, students, newsroom leaders, and partner organisations who fit the cohort profile. Where applications are open, the "Visit project" button above links to the live form.
MCI Awards sits under Skilling Next-Gen Journalists, one of six interlocking pillars. The pillar shapes its design, partners, and outcomes.
MCI projects are supported by a coalition of philanthropic funders, intergovernmental partners, and earned revenue. Specific funder credits are listed on the "Visit project" site or available on request.
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