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06Aug

Ayele Addis Ambelu

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Ayele Addis Ambelu is an award-winning journalist, investigative reporter, and digital rights advocate with over five years of experience in public interest journalism. He works with Africa News Channel and Ethiopian Mass Media Action (EMMA NEWS), producing in-depth stories on digital
governance, human rights, technology, and environmental justice. Ayele’s reporting focuses on the impact of digital public infrastructure—such as digital ID systems, open data, and internet access—on marginalized communities in Ethiopia and across Africa. He holds an MA in Media and
Communication and has published over 100 investigative pieces spanning radio, online, and academic platforms. As a media literacy trainer and program editor, Ayele also mentors emerging journalists on fact-checking, digital safety, and AI in the newsroom. His work has been recognised by the Nile Media Awards, the Festove investigative Media Award in Switzerland, the African Continental Re media award in South Africa, and WHO Africa. He is passionate about using journalism to expose inequality and drive inclusive digital transformation.

Articles published include,

A Digital Promise With Unequal Outcomes

What is the digital ID that is supposed to be issued to all legal residents of Ethiopia?

Challenges and solutions of the Digital Ethiopia 2025 journey

Digital Ethiopia or Digital Mirage? Who Pays When E-Government Fails

Audio Recordings

By Ayele Addis Ambelu

06Aug

Naima Arabow

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Naima Arabow is a Mogadishu based journalist with over seven years of professional experience in reporting and documentary production. Her work focuses on humanitarian issues, particularly those affecting marginalised and vulnerable communities in conflict-affected areas. Naima has produced in-depth stories that shed light on topics such as displacement, gender inequality, access to healthcare and education, and the impact of insecurity on civilians. She has worked with local and international media outlets, and collaborated with civil society actors to document stories that drive awareness and change. Through compelling storytelling, she not only informs but also inspires dialogue, empathy, and action especially in fragile contexts like Somalia.

06Aug

Sofia Ali

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Sofia Ali is an award-winning multimedia journalist with over 17 years of experience in the industry. She has built a dynamic career at the intersection of media, economics, and audience engagement delivering insightful business news and economic analysis across TV, print, radio, and digital platforms. Her expertise spans content development, strategic communication, crisis management, and audience engagement. She has led editorial teams, anchored influential business shows, and developed robust business news coverage. She currently serves as the Senior Business Reporter and Presenter at The Standard Group, working across television, The Standard newspaper, its digital platforms, and hosting business programs on radio.

06Aug

Telesphore Kaberuka

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Telesphore Kaberuka, Rwanda |

Telesphore Kaberuka has over 15 years of experience in multimedia reporting, investigative journalism, and editorial leadership. A bachelor’s degree holder in Journalism and Communication from Institut Catholique de Kabgayi, he serves as Editor-in- Chief at Family Magazine, heza.rw and Renaissance Info, where he mentors young

reporters and leads impactful storytelling. Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English, French and Kiswahili, Kaberuka has contributed extensively to numerous radio, online and print platforms across the region. His investigative work spans climate change, health, corruption, judicial transparency, and environmental hazards, earning him multiple journalism grants, including from Pax Press, the Rwanda Environment Management Authority, the Legal Aid Forum, and the Thomson Foundation. He is also a freelance contributor for different media outlets. Through the CIPESA fellowship, Kaberuka aims to get skills to explore and amplify stories on equitable access to Digital Public Infrastructure in Rwanda and the region.

06Aug

Samuel Abate

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Samuel Abate has six years of experience in journalism and currently works at Ethio Negari. He has previously worked with various media institutions, including the Ethiopian News Agency, Ethio FM 107.8 Radio, and Al-AIN News.

Over the course of his career, Samuel has produced numerous news reports and related content focused on digital infrastructure, innovation, and technology. He is particularly interested in specialising in technology and innovation, as these areas are essential for enhancing transparency, minimising corruption, and improving service delivery. He holds an MA in Journalism and Communication from Addis Ababa University.

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