Scholarship Overview
The IGAD Leadership Academy (ILA) organized a three-day training initiative in Machakos between October 6 and 8, 2026. Supported by the Government of Japan, this program focused on protecting information integrity ahead of general elections in the region. The training aimed to assist media professionals in countering narrative laundering, artificial intelligence disinformation, and foreign information manipulation while restoring public trust in journalism.
Who Can Apply
The initiative targeted media practitioners from designated regional nations:
- Journalists from Kenya, Somalia, and South Sudan.
- Further selection criteria and qualifications: Not specified in the source; please check the official notice.
Benefits
Participants in the program receive practical media instruction and skill enhancement, including:
- Training on public interest journalism, story framing, news verification, and identifying AI-driven disinformation.
- Instruction on identifying threats such as narrative laundering and Foreign Information Manipulation (FIMI).
- Peer learning opportunities through moderated panel discussions with experienced editors and reporters.
- Financial coverage details, stipend amounts, or living allowances: Not specified in the source; please check the official notice.
How to Apply
Application instructions, submission portals, and application deadlines: Not specified in the source; please check the official notice.
Source: fully funded scholarships 2026 - BingNews · Published October 10, 2026 · Photo by barak paul munuo on Unsplash
Always confirm deadlines and eligibility on the official scholarship website.