MDIF Amplify Innovation and Capacity Building Program for Independent Media in Kenya 2025

The program is aimed at assisting Kenya based independent media through capacity building, leadership-focused development, and network building within the broader East Africa media landscape.

• Table of Content
• About Media Development Investment Fund (MDIF)
• MDIF Amplify Innovation and Capacity Building Program
• Aim and Benefits of MDIF Amplify Innovation and Capacity Building Program
• Requirements for MDIF Amplify Innovation and Capacity Building Program Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

MDIF Amplify Innovation and Capacity Building Program

Aim and Benefits of MDIF Amplify Innovation and Capacity Building Program

• Successful applicants will benefit from access to a range of capacity building activities, one-on-one coaching, opportunities to learn from experts, workshops, and bespoke training aimed at helping participating organizations develop the skills and resources needed to explore innovative revenue models, expand audience engagement and foster long-term sustainability.
• They will also gain access to a collaborative and supportive community of like-minded organisations in the Amplify Kenya Program 

Requirements for MDIF Amplify Innovation and Capacity Building Program Qualification

The Program is seeking proposals from media organisations that are building innovative news and information products that:

• Develop new revenue generation opportunities or sustainable business models
• Explore opportunities to reach and connect with broader audiences through digital platforms and technologies

• Participants looking to seed viable new ventures, expand existing ventures, drive innovative initiatives, and promote adaptation and experimentation in content creation, distribution, and engagement.
• A registered independent media company (read how we define independent here) or a new venture with strong evidence of viability.
• Mission-driven businesses that are passionate about trying new approaches to local news and information.
• Organisations with unique (non-traditional) approaches to information services, who are developing unique strategies to reach and serve their needs.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details, visit MDIF Program webpage