Overview
Why SAMIP?
SAMIP is about innovation. Innovation in how media is used to find and tell stories, and innovation in developing new and sustainable business models.
This is a time of transition for many media companies and successful organisations need to diversify revenue streams and build products that resonate with their audiences.
Our program provides funding and mentorship needed for the independent media sector to deploy new solutions and reach new audiences.
The program is being run by MDIF, with funding support from Open Society Foundation of South Africa and Luminate.
Who can apply for entry into SAMIP?
SAMIP has selected existing independent media companies, non-profit organizations, as well as new ventures that are less than a year old.
We sought out mission-driven companies and organizations passionate about trying new approaches to local news and information.
We have also encouraged applicants with non-traditional journalism and media backgrounds, particularly from the areas of technology, design and business.
How will SAMIP participants be selected?
We have accepted applications from organizations that are building innovative news and information products that either:
- explore opportunities to reach and connect with broader audiences through digital platforms and technologies;
- developing new revenue generation opportunities or sustainable business models.
The Advisory Committee recommends candidates to the MDIF board who make the final decision. Successful candidates met following criteria.
So long, 2020 – you’ve been… interesting
/in Uncategorized /by SAMIPThis is a final update from the South Africa Media Innovation Program before we close out the year. You’ve heard it from us before, but in a year of extraordinary challenges for media organisations (and humanity at large), we look back on 2020 with great pride at how the SAMIP cohort adapted, innovated, and excelled […]