KAS 2021 Wits Media Management Short Course Scholarship for African Journalists

KAS Media Africa and Wits Journalism invite African journalists and editors with management ambitions to apply for a Media Management short course accredited by the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa.

• Table of Content
• About Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS)
• KAS Wits Media Management Short Course Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of KAS Wits Media Management Short Course Scholarship
• Requirements for KAS Wits Media Management Short Course Scholarship Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS)

The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) is a political foundation. In Germany, 16 regional offices offer a wide variety of civic education conferences and events. Our offices abroad are in charge of over 200 projects in more than 120 countries. The foundation’s headquarters are situated in Sankt Augustin near Bonn, and also in Berlin. There, an additional conference center, named “The Academy”, was opened in 1998. We are proud to bear the name of Konrad Adenauer. The first chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany’s name and principles are our guidelines, duty, and obligation. Establ... continue reading

KAS Wits Media Management Short Course Scholarship

Aim and Benefits of KAS Wits Media Management Short Course Scholarship

An allowance to cover data costs could be provided to ensure participants are able to participate virtually in all sessions.

Requirements for KAS Wits Media Management Short Course Scholarship Qualification

• Senior journalists working in newsrooms across sub-Saharan Africa who are interested in taking on management responsibilities.
• They should have
• 3-5 years of newsroom experience; and/or
• A first degree in any field; and
• Evidence of ability to manage the course, including writing skills; and

Selection Process: 

The selection process will seek to balance the class in terms of race, gender and country of origin.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

To apply, complete the Wits short course application form and submit with your CV and a motivation of around 700 words, outlining your current situation, plans and how you hope to benefit from the course.

For more details, visit KAS website.