Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – May 24, 2025

The spotlight will shine bright on Tanzania’s most impactful journalists and media houses during the highly anticipated Tanzania Media Innovation Awards 2025, taking place on the evening of May 24, 2025, in Dar es Salaam. The event will serve as the pinnacle celebration of journalistic excellence, media innovation, and press freedom in the country.

As part of the Tanzania Media Innovation Forum 2025, the awards recognize outstanding contributions to the development of ethical, bold, and solution-driven journalism that influences society, holds power to account, and amplifies underrepresented voices.

A Night of Recognition and Reflection

More than just an awards ceremony, the Gala Night will be a tribute to the courage, creativity, and resilience of media professionals across Tanzania. From local reporters working in challenging environments to newsrooms embracing digital transformation, the evening promises an inspiring showcase of achievement and integrity.

Award Categories Include:

• General Journalism Excellence:
• Best Female Presenter
• Best Male Presenter
• Best Digital Journalist of the Year
• Best Media House of the Year
• Visual Journalism Excellence:
• Best News Photographer (Male & Female)
• Best News Videographer (Male & Female)
• Investigative & Specialized Reporting:
• Best Investigative Journalist
• Best Political & Election Reporting
• Best Business & Economic Journalist
• Best Climate & Environmental Reporting
• Thematic Reporting:
• Best Gender & Diversity Reporting
• Best Sports Journalism
• Best Entertainment & Arts Reporting
• Special Recognition:
• Lifetime Achievement in Journalism
• Emerging Journalist of the Year
• President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan Award for Press Freedom

Inspiring the Industry

The Tanzania Media Innovation Awards aim not only to recognize excellence but also to inspire greater accountability, storytelling quality, and innovation across all sectors of the media. The judging process is led by an expert panel using criteria such as credibility, impact, innovation, and technical quality.

A Glamorous Affair

Guests will enjoy a red carpet experience, live music, fine dining, and dynamic networking opportunities with industry leaders, government officials, media veterans, and partners.

Nomination & Participation

The nomination process is open to the public and media organizations, encouraging peers and the public to recommend the country’s most deserving media professionals. A full nomination form and submission guidelines are available online at: mif.co.tz/registration

Join the Celebration

This is more than an event—it’s a statement that journalism matters.

Together, let’s honor those who dare to speak, write, capture, and challenge.

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Contact: +255 698 801 258

Visit: www.mif.co.tz

Written By Salmart Diplomatic Hospitality – Destination Management Company