Deadline: October 3, 2025
Are you a young professional in Africa working in news media and aspiring to grow into leadership? The INMA Africa Emerging Leaders Programme 2025 is your opportunity to develop essential leadership skills, build strong industry connections, and position yourself for future success.
This prestigious programme is designed to identify and support rising media leaders across the continent who are not yet in senior management but have the ambition and potential to step into leadership roles in the near future.
About the Programme
The INMA Africa Emerging Leaders Programme 2025 focuses on equipping participants with leadership knowledge, peer networks, and recognition in the news media industry. It provides access to world-class resources and fosters connections among young African media professionals who share a passion for shaping the future of journalism.
Benefits of the Programme
Selected participants will gain:
- Access to three global virtual master classes led by experts.
- Participation in interactive virtual modules and access to recorded sessions.
- Networking opportunities with the 25 selected classmates across Africa.
- Certification of completion upon finishing all required modules and conference.
- A digital social badge to showcase your achievement.
- One-year individual membership with INMA.
- Entry into the INMA Africa Emerging Leaders alumni network, expanding your career connections.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the INMA Africa Emerging Leaders Programme 2025, applicants must meet all of the following requirements:
- Be employed by a news media organisation in Africa.
- Be under the age of 35.
- Hold a position below senior management level.
- Be based full-time in Africa.
- Not hold any ownership stake in the media organisation.
- Have a keen interest in learning about the business of news and a strong commitment to becoming a future leader.
Why Apply?
This programme provides more than just training—it offers recognition, peer networking, and access to global media expertise. For ambitious young professionals, it represents a gateway to leadership roles in an industry undergoing rapid transformation. With all learning conducted online, participation is accessible from anywhere with a stable internet connection.
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: October 3, 2025
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early to secure their place in this competitive programme.
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