MTN Côte d’Ivoire launches media innovation grant programme to support digital journalism

By:  Nana Appiah Acquaye

MTN Côte d’Ivoire has launched a Media Innovation Grant Programme aimed at supporting journalists and content creators while promoting a more innovative and digitally driven media ecosystem in the country.

The initiative will provide five scholarships annually in key areas including digital journalism, fact-checking and multimedia content creation, as part of efforts to strengthen professional capacity within the media sector.

The launch ceremony was held in the presence of the Minister of Communication, who also serves as Government Spokesperson and patron of the programme, underscoring institutional support for initiatives that advance media development and digital transformation.

MTN Côte d’Ivoire said the programme is designed to equip media professionals with the skills needed to adapt to the evolving digital landscape and contribute to a more resilient and credible information ecosystem.