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MTN Group Pan-African Media Innovation Programme (MIP) 2026

🏛 MTN Group, University of Johannesburg (UJ) and the African Editors Forum (TAEF) 📍 Johannesburg, South Africa 📅 2026
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About this opportunity

The MTN Group Pan-African Media Innovation Programme (MIP) 2026 is a 12-week certified learning journey for mid- to senior-level journalists and media practitioners from MTN markets. It combines online academic modules with an in-person immersion in Johannesburg, including newsroom immersion, industry masterclasses, study visits, and structured peer engagement to connect academic learning with real-world application.

Benefits & funding

Participants receive a 12-week certified learning journey with online modules and an in-person immersion, including newsroom immersion, industry masterclasses, study visits, and structured peer engagement, aimed at building a Pan-African community of practice among journalists and media leaders.

Eligibility

Applications are open to mid- to senior-level journalists, editors, and media practitioners from MTN markets who demonstrate strong professional experience, a commitment to ethical journalism, and an interest in innovation and cross-border engagement.

How to apply

Apply via the official MTN Group Pan-African Media Innovation Programme webpage.

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