 has passed a series of major resolutions aimed at reviving and strengthening the Media Development Institute (MDI), marking a significant step toward advancing professional journalism in the country.){kind=link}
By: Ginaba Lino
The Board of Directors of the Association for Media Development in South Sudan (AMDISS) has passed a series of major resolutions aimed at reviving and strengthening the Media Development Institute (MDI), marking a significant step toward advancing professional journalism in the country.
During its recent session, the Board agreed to fast-track the re-opening of MDI as a fully operational and independent training institution.
Among the key resolutions, the Board directed the finalization of the land acquisition process in Terekeka, while also exploring additional potential locations within Central Equatoria State to ensure a suitable and sustainable site for the institute.
In a major structural shift, the Board resolved that MDI will be registered as an independent institute to guarantee legal recognition and enable it to offer diploma-level and professional certificate programs in higher education.
To strengthen governance, MDI will be overseen by an independent Board of Directors composed of seven members, including three representatives from AMDISS and four drawn from outside the organization.
The Board also approved the re-opening of the institute, introducing tuition fees as part of efforts to support its registration and long-term sustainability.
As part of the implementation process, the Education Committee will be re-activated and restructured to lead key processes, including registration, acquisition of a provisional license, and establishment of academic affiliations.
The institute will place strong emphasis on maintaining high standards of professional training, with a focus on building the capacity of journalists across South Sudan.
To support these efforts, AMDISS committed to allocating part of its subscription fees and other income toward covering the institute’s registration costs.
The resolutions signal renewed commitment by AMDISS to invest in media development and professional training, at a time when the country’s media sector continues to face significant challenges.