The SADC Media Awards Competition 2027 is now accepting entries from journalists across all SADC Member States in four categories: Photo, Print, Television and Radio Journalism. Organised by the Secretariat of the Southern African Development Community, the competition recognises outstanding media work that spreads information on SADC and builds public understanding of the regional integration agenda. Winners will be announced at the Opening Ceremony of the 47th SADC Summit of Heads of State and Government in the Republic of Zambia.
Complete guide to the SADC Media Awards Competition 2027, covering prize amounts, eligibility, entry categories, submission requirements, judging focus, important dates and the application process.
Quick Highlights
Parameter
Details
Organization
Southern African Development Community (SADC)
Competition
SADC Media Awards Competition 2027
Type
Journalism competition (Contest)
Location
SADC Member States
Eligibility
Journalists from all SADC Member States
Experience Required
Not specified
Sector
Media and Journalism
Preferred Applicants
Journalists reporting on SADC and regional integration
Working Language
Not specified
Application Method
Submit entries to the National Adjudication Committee
Established in 1996, the awards recognise journalists who show excellence, originality, accuracy, depth of research and impact in reporting on SADC and regional cooperation. They also highlight the media's role in informing citizens about SADC programmes, policies, initiatives and achievements, and give journalists a platform to bring regional issues closer to communities.
Area
Details
Year established
1996
Organiser
Secretariat of the Southern African Development Community (SADC)
Purpose
Recognise outstanding media work on SADC and the regional integration agenda
Judging focus
Excellence, originality, accuracy, depth of research and impact
Eligible countries
All SADC Member States
Winner announcement
Opening Ceremony of the 47th SADC Summit of Heads of State and Government
Summit host country
Republic of Zambia
Prize and Funding Details
Detail
Information
First prize (each category)
US$2,500
Runner-up (each category)
US$1,000
Number of categories
4 (Photo, Print, Television, Radio Journalism)
Total prize value highlighted
USD 14,000
Fully funded
No (cash prizes only)
Entry Categories
Category
What It Covers
Print Journalism
Features and articles published in newspapers, newsletters, websites and magazines
Radio Journalism
Broadcast material submitted on CD or USB
Television Journalism
Televised material submitted on CD or USB
Photojournalism
Published pictures with a caption
Submission Requirements
Category
Requirement
Details
Print Journalism
Word count
Minimum 100 words; maximum 2,000 words
Radio Journalism
Duration
Minimum 1 minute; maximum 30 minutes
Radio Journalism
Format
Broadcast material on CD or USB, plus electronic transcript in Word format for translation
Television Journalism
Duration
Minimum 1 minute; maximum 45 minutes
Television Journalism
Format
Broadcast material on CD or USB, plus electronic transcript in Word format for translation
Photojournalism
Photo count
One photo, or a pictorial spread of not more than 20 photos published in one issue/edition
Photojournalism
Supporting document
Original newspaper in which the photo(s) were published
All categories
Submission route
Entries must reach the National Adjudication Committee
All categories
Deadline
Not later than February 28, 2027
How to Apply
Step
Action
1
Review the four entry categories and pick the one that matches your work
2
Check the word count, duration or photo count limits for your chosen category
3
Prepare your entry as required, including CD or USB and Word transcripts for radio and television
4
Attach the original newspaper for photojournalism entries
5
Submit your entry to the National Adjudication Committee
6
Make sure your entry is received no later than February 28, 2027
7
Visit the official SADC webpage for further information
Important Links (Direct URLs)
Description
URL
Official Webpage of the SADC Media Awards Competition
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