GFMD at the CFI Kalimat Sudania Closing Event and Coordination Conference

Canal France International (CFI), the French media development agency, is set to organise the Project Final Event and Coordination Conference on Sudan in Kampala, Uganda, from April 23rd to April 25th, 2024, as part of the Kalimat Sudania project. This conference presents a vital opportunity for various organisations, Sudanese journalists, experts, media outlets, and representatives of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) to convene and strategise on enhancing collaboration to address Sudan’s ongoing challenges.

GFMD to host a session on collaboration and the OECD Development Cooperation Principles

GFMD will actively participate in the event, hosting a session dedicated to discussing collaboration and the OECD Development Cooperation Principles for Relevant and Effective Support to Media and the Information Environment in the Sudanese context. This session is scheduled for Thursday, 26th April.

Through this session and a linked workshop introducing the Sudan Media Forum, GFMD aims to catalyse collective action towards creating a more inclusive and sustainable media environment in Sudan, promoting collaboration, strengthening democratic resilience, and advancing media freedom.

Key topics will include ensuring support for public interest media, empowering local leadership, and improving coordination among donor agencies with the forum to empower media in Sudan. GFMD will convene to discuss collaboration among key players, focusing on enhancing member cooperation and exploring ways for international actors to support the initiative.

Stay tuned for updates on this important event as GFMD continues to drive progress in media development and freedom.

Background of the Sudan Media Forum

As Sudan grapples with the aftermath of conflict, the Sudan Media Forum issues a fervent call to the global community. Urging support for the Sudanese people and swift diplomatic resolutions to the crisis, the Forum underscores the importance of international solidarity in times of strife. With the support of the global community, the Sudanese media remains resolute in its mission to uncover the truth and pave the way towards a brighter future for Sudan.

The Sudan Media Forum is committed to journalistic principles and the pursuit of truth. Journalists and media professionals across Sudan continue to fulfil their duty to inform the public, expose human rights violations, and advocate for peace and accountability, and the forum aims to collectively support these efforts.