Journalists whose work addresses agricultural issues in Africa can enter this contest.

The Future Agricultures Consortium (FAC) and Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies (PLAAS) are inviting journalists and media specialists to enter a competition for reporting on the politics and processes that influence agricultural investment in Africa.

Two winners will be fully supported (flights, visa and accommodation) to attend the international conference on “Political Economy of Agricultural Policy in Africa,", which takes place in Pretoria, South Africa, March 18 - 20.

The best print and best audio journalistic piece will be selected using established criteria. The top two finalists will be announced on March 1 by e-mail or phone. Winners will each be presented with a certificate of recognition during the conference. In addition, the finalists will be invited to attend the launch of FAC Africa.

Besides the winning entries, the top 10 selected pieces will be published and promoted regionally, internationally and on the FAC website.

Applicants must submit their entries in English by e-mail to b.oumaATfuture-agricultures.org. Submissions must reach the organizers no later than February 8.

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