Scholarships for African Journalist to tour China Scholarships for African Journalist to tour China
Strengthen the capacity of African media commentators on China'sengagement with Africa Facilitate greater
understanding of perceptions of China in Africa,and vice versa Expand on knowledge amongst African media of China's politics,economy, society and mediaCreate an opportunity for African media organisations and journalismschools to develop long-term relationships, collaborations andexchanges with representatives from Chinese media and institutions Provide a platform to facilitate the implementation of capacitybuilding projects and greater media coverage amongst African media onChina's activities in Africa Include greater media participation in discussions and advocacy inChina and in Africa about China's role in Africa Include visits to various Chinese media organisations, friendshipassociations, research institutes and journalism schools as well asAfrican media representatives in Beijing.
Media professionals in print, broadcast, radio and online forathroughout Africa are encouraged to apply for this study tour.Lecturers from journalism schools and media programmes in Africa mayalso apply. Applicants must: Provide frequent reports to their national, regional, or local printmedia, radio, television channels or online fora on topics related toChina's activities in Africa; or lecture at a journalism school ortraining programme at a higher education institution in Africa Have a valid passport and comply with their country's visa criteriafor travel to China.
The following costs will be covered:
Return ticket, economy class to China Accommodation in Beijing for the duration of study tour, Visa costs, Meals and transport for duration of study tour.
The study tour will take place between March and April 2010.
Please direct all queries and applications to:
Ms Sanusha NaiduResearch DirectorChina/Emerging Powers in Africa Programme Email: sanusha@fahamu.org
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