SADC Media Awards 2026

The Secretariat of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) is now accepting applications for the SADC Media Awards 2026. These awards aim to recognize outstanding media work that promotes regional cooperation, integration, and development within the SADC region.

📰 About SADC Media Awards

The SADC Media Awards, established in 1996, are open to journalists from SADC Member States. The awards celebrate excellence in media coverage that disseminates information on SADC and supports the region's development goals.

🎁 Benefits of SADC Media Awards

• First Prize: US$2,500 for the winner in each category.
• Runner-up Prize: US$1,000 for the second-place winner in each category.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the SADC Media Awards, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Open to journalists from SADC Member States.
• Entries must have been published or broadcast in 2025 by registered media houses or agencies.
• Themes must focus on regional integration issues, such as:
  • Infrastructure
  • Economy
  • Culture
  • Sports
  • Agriculture
• Exclusions: Staff of the SADC Secretariat and institutions contracted by SADC are not eligible to apply.

📅 Application Date and Process

• Application Deadline: 28 February 2026
• To apply, visit the official SADC Media Awards page.
• Download the application form and follow the instructions provided.

For more details, visit the official SADC Media Awards website.

Good luck to all applicants! 🎉

• The first prize winner in each category receives US$2,500 and the runner-up receives US$1,000