A Roundtable Discussion with Ales Michalevich
02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Ales Michalevich, pro-democracy activist and former Belarusian presidential candidate, discusses the current political environment in his country.
From Ujamaa to Demokrasia: Reflecting on 50 Years of Independence...
02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
In his presentation, Dr. Ibrahim Lipumba reflects on Tanzania’s achievements and the challenges ahead as we mark the 50th anniversary of Tanzanian independence.
Independent Media in East Africa: Democratic Pillar in Peril?
02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
How do local media react when their fellow journalists come under attack? How can an independent press play its crucial role as a pillar of democracy and overcome challenges in places such as Sudan and South Sudan, Somalia, Uganda, Rwanda, and Kenya? The discussion examined the development of unions and media associations as well as the international donor community’s role in supporting independent media in East Africa.
Matching the Market and Model: The Business of Independent...
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
CIMA's panel discussion explored how the lack of management skills and inexperience in developing effective business models pose a significant risk to the sustainability of independent news media. The speakers outlined a variety of business models for media in several countries around the world and examined what lessons can be learned from those experiences.
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