Baraza Media Lab

📰Have you caught up with the latest ?
This latest edition dives into the protests, featuring guest curators sharing their reflections. First up, we have Benter Dongo, HR Lead at Baraza Media Lab, sharing her experience From The Curator's Desk. Head to the link below to read the full story!
https://bit.ly/BYB-23-June

Tired of the constant "brace yourselves" for bad news? In this week's newsletter, Lead Curator, Christine Mungai explores how it discourages us from holding leaders accountable. We also share opportunities for filmmakers and some events at Baraza that you do not want to miss! Get to read more here: https://bit.ly/BYB-12May24

Happy Labour Day! Today, we celebrate the hard work and dedication that keeps our world running. ✊🏾

This is the moment we have been waiting for; the jury sifted all the submissions and we have noteworthy contenders.

Here is a list of the 2024 East Africa Poetic Hour Battle Contestants

🇰🇪Kenya
BINTI ABDALLA
CAMPOS WORLD
WRITEFULLY OCHOMO
BABRA
YOUNG NAKE
KIZUDEH
MAINA MERYER

🇺🇬Uganda
LAKER
THE MIGHTY POET
BENJ
AYOKI
GEOF_DPOET
NAMALE ALYCE

🇷🇼Rwanda
KHALD STEVE
SYLVESTRE NSENGIMANA

🇸🇸South Sudan
ADE
Alek Paul Mayen
PRISCILLA AYUEN
MOSAI
DUT JESSINO

Congratulations to everyone who made it to the list, we are equally excited.

Don't miss this auspicious poetic showdown on 25th May from 6pm happening at the Sarova Imperial Hotel.

Get your tickets now, and come show your love for East Africa poetry: https://dalatickets.com/product/eaph/

Keep yourself posted on socials through https://linktr.ee/hourpoetic

We're excited to share some photos from our ! 🖼
This month, we partnered with the Australian High Commission, Kenya to bring you a two-day masterclass and portfolio review session as part of the ongoing series.

Renowned Australian photojournalist Adam Ferguson and Kenyan creative photographer Mumbi Muturi facilitated the sessions, offering invaluable insights to our photography community. We also had the pleasure of welcoming the Australian High Commissioner to Kenya, Jenny Da Rin, who delivered inspiring opening remarks and emphasized the project's significance.

The energy throughout the two days was incredible!🙌🏾 Participants gained a wealth of knowledge and left feeling motivated, with a renewed passion for photography. It was truly a rewarding experience for the community.

A huge thank you to the Australian High Commission for their invaluable support in making this initiative possible! 🙏🏾

We're thrilled to celebrate tomorrow!
Our very own Executive Director, Maurice Otieno, will be speaking at the University of Nairobi on the theme of content monetization and career opportunities for creators. Don't miss out on this chance to unlock your creative potential. 🚀

Calling all photographers! 📸
Elevate your photography with a 2-day masterclass with renowned photojournalists Mumbi Muturi 🇰🇪 and Adam Ferguson 🇦🇺.
Join us for a learning experience as Mumbi and Adam share their creative journeys and discuss their unique approaches to capturing powerful narratives.

In addition, a limited number of attendees will have the opportunity for a portfolio review session with Adam Ferguson & Mumbi Muturi. 🙌🏾

Register to attend via: https://bit.ly/BPS-MC Limited slots available!
This masterclass is a collaboration between Baraza Media Lab and the Australian High Commission, Kenya.🫱🏽‍🫲🏾

📅: 9th & 10th April
⏰️: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
📍: Baraza Media Lab, 95 Riverside Drive

You can't fight the tides, you only ride the waves.

Be part of this great East Africa Poetic Hour Battle. The winds are calling and on 25th May in Kisumu sit before the greats by buying yourself a ticket.

🎟️ Regular: Kshs. 700/-
🎟️ VIP: Kshs. 2,000/-
🎟️ Corporate: Kshs. 10,000/-

For inquiries, reach out to us at +254 700 351 181

Tickets for the are up and selling on .

Buy now by clicking on the link, select your preferred tickets and number, add to cart then proceed to checkout.
https://dalatickets.com/product/eaph/

Follow us on all social media platforms for updates and behind-the-scenes https://linktr.ee/hourpoetic

Baraza Media Lab presents the first-ever Baraza Sanaa Junction, a fusion of music, comedy, poetry, and art crafted by phenomenal female artists.

Secure a spot:point_down:
https://bit.ly/Sanaa-Junction-Mar28

We are actively seeking information like this. Please send it to us at [email protected].

A big shoutout to everyone who came to yesterday's PodConnect by Afripods & Baraza Media Lab! Huge thanks to Gathoni Kimiyu for sharing her storytelling expertise with the podcasting community.
, worry not! Stay tuned for more highlights and the next PodConnect.

Afripods in partnership with Baraza Media Lab are very excited to invite you to the inaugural PodConnect event of the year!

Storytelling is not just a skill, it is at the heart of every captivating podcast, transcending genres and transforming content to an unforgettable experience. Whether your podcasts goal is to entertain, educate or engage, mastering storytelling is key to connecting with your audience.

PodConnect is more than an event! We created it to be a space where the community can come together. Come meet a diverse group of podcasters with whom you can share experiences, strategies and maybe even start new collaborative adventures.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to unlock the full potential of your podcast. Register today for free https://barazalab.odoo.com/event/podconnect-56/register and join us on Thursday, 21st March, 2024 from 5pm to 8pm at Baraza Media Lab.

Looking forward to seeing you there.

The future of African media is bright!✨️
We wrapped up the incredible , where media practitioners came together to discuss challenges, explore innovations, and shape the future of storytelling on the continent. Thank you to everyone who joined us!
Stay tuned for more highlights. 🙌🏾

Illustration by: Mijide Kemoli (Keeke Art)
Africa Media Festival

We are proud to present the first event of the series, a compelling group exhibition and 1st Edition of Nairobi Photo Fest titled SEBULENI, featuring the works of accomplished photographers from Nairobi: Victoria Komu, Edwin Ndeke, Kesh Nthamba, Jeremiah Onyango, and Mercy Mumo. Join us on February 10th from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Baraza Media Lab for the showcase that captures the diversities and nuances of Nairobi as well as stories that bring us together as a country and the world.

Following the exhibition, a panel discussion will provide attendees with an opportunity to engage with the photographers and gain insights into their creative processes. Limited slots are available! RSVP now.
🔗https://barazalab.odoo.com/event/baraza-photo-sessions-exhibition-44/register

Get ready to experience Story Sosa in a whole new way!
Introducing Story Sosa on Demand where the exclusive videos from this epic multimedia show are now available for only 400 bob for the full show and 100 bob per video!
Also, make sure to tune in to A Taste of Story Sosa, a podcast that breaks down the making of the stories, the vibes, and the . Head over to the links below to explore A Taste of Story Sosa and Story Sosa on Demand.

Story Sosa on Demand 🔗bit.ly/SS-OnDemand
A Taste ofStory Sosa: The Podcast 👉🏾bit.ly/StorySosa-Podcast

We're thrilled to announce that Story Sosa, our innovative storytelling experiment, is a Best Storytelling Production nominee!

This recognition is a huge win for the entire team, and we're buzzing with pride for everyone who poured their heart and soul into this project.

A big shout out to Pau Shinski and Aleya Kassam for their individual category nominations!

We've got something special cooking for those who couldn't catch the magic live. Stay tuned for more exciting news!

In the meantime, vote for Story Sosa in the Best Storytelling Production category through this link: https://voting.kenyatheatreawards.com/nominees

Calling all early-career female newsroom rockstars in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania & Rwanda! Applications for the SheLeads Media Fellowship is now OPEN! Unleash your potential with 3 months of mentorship, coaching, and training. Apply now by clicking the link below for a chance to join a powerful network of changemakers!

https://bit.ly/sheleadsmedia

Be a key player in shaping the future of media! 📹🤖

We are just days away from the 2nd edition of . This edition will be taking a different format and promises to be an experience!🙌🏾 Come share your expertise, showcase your brand, and connect with a diverse audience of thought leaders, innovators, and media enthusiasts. Let's collaborate to explore 'What’s Next In Media' and make a lasting impact together!

For more information and to buy your ticket 🎟visit https://2024.africamediafestival.com/ #/tickets?lang=en
Africa Media Festival

Met this guy, Nick Kwach, aka 'Marcus' yesterday at the Baraza Media Lab when I had gone to do a podcast recording at SemaBox. He is as funny in person as he is on Instagram. I was completely starstruck! 😂

Nick Kwach Baraza Media Lab Semabox

Our journey to foster dialogue between the media industry and society continues!🙌🏾

Africa Media Festival, is committed to tackling the pressing cultural, social, political, and economic issues affecting Africa.

Join us in shaping the narrative and building bridges through meaningful conversations.

Get your tickets at [africamediafestival.com/ticket]