On July 13, journalism fellows from African countries visited the Institute for African Studies, one of Russia's leading research centres dedicated to the comprehensive study of Africa.
The visit began with a guided tour of the Institute, organised by Yaroslav Glukhov and Alexander Novikov, researchers of the Institute, during which the participants learned about its history, organizational structure, and principal areas of research. The fellows were introduced to the Institute's extensive academic work on political, economic, social, cultural, and international processes across the African continent, as well as its role in fostering Russia-Africa academic cooperation.
During the visit, the fellows met with the Institute's researchers, who presented the organization's current research projects and shared insights into contemporary developments in African studies. The meeting provided an opportunity for participants to gain a deeper understanding of the Institute's contribution to expert analysis and international scholarly dialogue on African affairs.
A key part of the program was a roundtable discussion devoted to current issues in the media industry. Researchers and fellows exchanged views on the rapidly evolving global media landscape, the challenges and opportunities facing modern journalism, and the role of media in promoting international dialogue and cross-cultural understanding.
The discussion also enabled participants to share their professional experience and perspectives on media development in African countries, encouraging an open exchange of ideas and best practices. The interactive format of the meeting fostered meaningful dialogue and highlighted the value of international cooperation in the field of journalism.
The programme is implemented by Mezhdunarodniki Autonomous Non-Profit Organisation together with the Gorchakov Fund and the International Information Agency and Radio Sputnik as part of the SputnikPro programme. The fellowship is held within Rossotrudnichestvo's flagship New Generation programme with grant support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.
The visit began with a guided tour of the Institute, organised by Yaroslav Glukhov and Alexander Novikov, researchers of the Institute, during which the participants learned about its history, organizational structure, and principal areas of research. The fellows were introduced to the Institute's extensive academic work on political, economic, social, cultural, and international processes across the African continent, as well as its role in fostering Russia-Africa academic cooperation.
During the visit, the fellows met with the Institute's researchers, who presented the organization's current research projects and shared insights into contemporary developments in African studies. The meeting provided an opportunity for participants to gain a deeper understanding of the Institute's contribution to expert analysis and international scholarly dialogue on African affairs.
A key part of the program was a roundtable discussion devoted to current issues in the media industry. Researchers and fellows exchanged views on the rapidly evolving global media landscape, the challenges and opportunities facing modern journalism, and the role of media in promoting international dialogue and cross-cultural understanding.
The discussion also enabled participants to share their professional experience and perspectives on media development in African countries, encouraging an open exchange of ideas and best practices. The interactive format of the meeting fostered meaningful dialogue and highlighted the value of international cooperation in the field of journalism.
The programme is implemented by Mezhdunarodniki Autonomous Non-Profit Organisation together with the Gorchakov Fund and the International Information Agency and Radio Sputnik as part of the SputnikPro programme. The fellowship is held within Rossotrudnichestvo's flagship New Generation programme with grant support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.
