On June 14, 2026, media leaders from across Africa gathered in Nairobi, Kenya, to launch the African Media Alliance for Cross-Border Cooperation. The initiative aims to foster collaboration among news organizations, improve fact-checking, and combat misinformation.
The alliance includes representatives from 15 countries, including Nigeria, South Africa, and Senegal. Key goals include sharing resources for investigative journalism and creating a joint platform for verifying news stories.
According to a statement from the alliance, the project is funded by the African Union and the Open Society Foundations. The first joint investigation is expected to focus on climate change impacts in the Sahel region.
