CAF Young Reporters Programme concludes in Accra with internship opportunities ahead

26/04/2025 13:40

The CAF Young Reporters Programme concluded successfully on Friday in Accra, Ghana, during the third day of the CAF African Schools Football Championship.The programme, part of six CAF Capacity Building initiatives supported by Canal+, will see four selected graduates awarded an internship with a major French media house next year.This initiative supports CAFs vision of making African football globally competitive and self-sustaining by providing rising media talents with hands-on international experience and professional mentorship, essential tools to help shape authentic narratives about African football.The CAF Young Reporters Programme is a flagship initiative under CAFs broader youth development strategy, aiming to nurture the next generation of African storytellers who will promote the continents talent and vibrant football culture.CAFs Director of Communications, Mr. Luxolo September, attended the programme's final day in Accra, engaging with the young reporters and offering advice about the industry.This programme is about more than just journalismits about telling the African story through African voices, said September. We are proud to continue working with Canal+ to offer these young individuals a pathway into the professional world."CAF will announce further details on the Canal+ internship selection process in due course.