Bdoulie Gassama stepped up as the top jury boss for an exciting journalism contest happening soon. He used to run Gambia's radio and TV services and now teaches journalism at the University of The Gambia. The Economic Community of West African States plans to celebrate its 50th birthday with a brand new media award that spotlights great reporting.
Media experts from across the region joined Gassama to review over 200 contest entries written in English, French, and Portuguese. From 9 to 12 April, they will carefully review all the submissions. The team promises to pick winners fairly and thoughtfully and highlight stories that matter most to people across West Africa.
Journalists can win big with this contest that celebrates top-notch reporting. The award wants to show how good journalism helps build peace and democracy. Reporters who tell powerful stories about regional life have a chance to be recognized. The contest looks for writing that breaks new ground and connects communities.
The selection process will be super careful and balanced. Judges will hunt for the most impressive work from every corner of West Africa. They care about quality, ethics, and stories that make a real difference. Creative and meaningful reporting stands the best chance of winning.
Regional leaders hope this award will push journalists to do their absolute best. They believe that strong reporting can help people understand each other better. The contest aims to celebrate writers who tell important stories. Storytellers who capture the heart of West African life will shine bright.
Media experts from across the region joined Gassama to review over 200 contest entries written in English, French, and Portuguese. From 9 to 12 April, they will carefully review all the submissions. The team promises to pick winners fairly and thoughtfully and highlight stories that matter most to people across West Africa.
Journalists can win big with this contest that celebrates top-notch reporting. The award wants to show how good journalism helps build peace and democracy. Reporters who tell powerful stories about regional life have a chance to be recognized. The contest looks for writing that breaks new ground and connects communities.
The selection process will be super careful and balanced. Judges will hunt for the most impressive work from every corner of West Africa. They care about quality, ethics, and stories that make a real difference. Creative and meaningful reporting stands the best chance of winning.
Regional leaders hope this award will push journalists to do their absolute best. They believe that strong reporting can help people understand each other better. The contest aims to celebrate writers who tell important stories. Storytellers who capture the heart of West African life will shine bright.
