Female journalists in Nairobi celebrated their graduation from a seven-month intensive training focused on artificial intelligence and digital tools. The initiative aimed to enhance their capabilities for the changing media environment.
The fellowship was conducted by the International Association of Women in Radio and Television (IAWRT) alongside the Kenya Correspondents Association (KCA) and additional partners. Spanning from August 2025 to early 2026, the program blended virtual learning with mentorship. Attendees received certificates acknowledging their dedication to adopting innovative practices in journalism.
“I congratulate all journalists who dedicated their time to this fellowship,” stated Oloo Janak, Secretary-General of the Congress of African Journalists (CAJ), reflecting the commitment exemplified by the participants.
Janak also highlighted the KCA-IAWRT partnership and emphasized the importance of journalists seizing new opportunities while joining professional associations and support networks. Rachael Nakitare of IAWRT shared similar views, encouraging journalists to pursue emerging opportunities with intent rather than concentrating exclusively on immediate financial returns.
“I encourage journalists to leverage new opportunities to gain essential industry knowledge and skills, rather than fixating on the immediate financial benefits,” Nakitare emphasized.
Speakers underscored the significance of collaboration, ongoing education, and professional unity in managing the opportunities presented by AI and digital transformation. Janak mentioned continuous efforts to protect press freedom and bolster support mechanisms for journalists, such as the Africa Media Lawyers Network, a collaborative project with the Pan Africa Lawyers Union. He pointed out that the forthcoming World Press Freedom Day conference in Lusaka would provide additional chances to form partnerships.