CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: SENIOR JOURNALISTS & EDITORS
MISA Lesotho, in strategic partnership with UNDP Lesotho, is proud to announce an exclusive two-day intensive capacity-building programme designed specifically for the veterans of our industry.
As Lesotho navigates a complex digital and political landscape, the role of editorial leadership has never been more critical. This isn’t just a workshop; it’s a high-level dialogue on the future of ethical, investigative, and development-oriented journalism in our Kingdom.
Strengthening Editorial Leadership for Ethical and Development-Oriented Journalism in Lesotho
Media that Builds, Not Breaks
Dates: 25 – 26 March 2026
Venue: Outside Maseru (Residential – full participation required)
Participants: Only 12 journalists (highly competitive selection)
Who Should Apply?
This programme is designed for:
✔️ Editors
✔️ Senior journalists
✔️ Media professionals with 5+ years experience
✔️ Individuals currently leading or influencing newsroom decisions
If you are shaping editorial direction, managing journalists, or influencing public narratives – this is for you.
What to Expect
This is not a basic training. It is a leadership-focused, immersive programme that will strengthen your ability to:
- Lead ethical and accountable newsrooms
- Report with balance, fairness, and credibility
- Cover elections responsibly, from both a journalist and voter perspective
- Apply solutions journalism and investigative techniques
- Navigate political reporting, crisis communication, and sensitive language
- Strengthen your professional presence in the digital media landscape
The programme will also feature a dedicated session with the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) Lesotho on Human-Centred Election Reporting.
Important Note
This is a two-day residential (sleepover) training, designed to allow for deep engagement, peer learning, and meaningful reflection among media leaders.
Why This Matters
At a time when media plays a critical role in shaping democratic discourse, this programme aims to strengthen editorial leadership that promotes:
- Transparency and accountability
- Public trust in journalism
- Balanced and responsible national narratives
How to Apply
Apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE4BSDc1bssdZy3l6o8SDUu15Sk9ATNF2CoONhpO-0PoOslA/viewform?usp=header
Deadline: 22 March 2026 (Sunday)
Only 12 participants will be selected.
Be part of a new generation of editorial leadership in Lesotho, one that informs, empowers, and builds.
