In the midst of adversity, resilience shines the brightest. This is the story of Dr. Ishaq, a Sudanese teacher who, after fleeing the devastating effects of war in his homeland, has found solace, strength, and a sense of belonging in…
Sodma Academy successfully wrapped up its two-night “News Editing” workshop, bringing together over 30 media professionals via Zoom. The sessions were led by Al Jazeera journalist Ahmed Jarrar, who provided expert guidance on the fundamentals of news editing and reporting.…
The Somali Digital Media Academy (SODMA) recently took part in a prestigious international conference in Doha, Qatar, focusing on the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digital Media. This event brought together global leaders, innovators, and media experts to discuss…
The Somali Digital Media Academy (SODMA) has won the Silver Award at the Digitally Fit – East Africa 2024 Awards, held in Nairobi, Kenya. The event brought together over 500 organizations from East African countries, including Somalia, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda,…
SODMA Academy recently held a special ceremony in Mogadishu to celebrate the first group of graduates from its pioneering “Tawasol” program, which is designed to teach Somali to Arabic speakers. The event marked a significant milestone for the academy, showcasing…
Event Recap: We recently hosted an exciting seminar on Mobile Journalism at SODMA, attracting around 50 enthusiastic attendees. This engaging event focused on the transformative power of smartphones in the field of journalism, providing participants with valuable insights and hands-on…
In the fast-paced landscape of the digital age, staying ahead in the job market requires a keen understanding of its ever-evolving needs. To shed light on this dynamic landscape, SODMA recently conducted an insightful seminar titled “Understanding the Needs of…
The Somalia Digital Media Academy (SODMA) participated in the Doha Forum for Journalism Colleges in the Arab World, which was held in Doha from 14-16 of the current October. The forum discussed the state of journalism colleges in the Arab…
On Thursday, September 7th, 2023, the media development courses organized by the Al Jazeera Institute for Media in collaboration with the Somali Digital Media Academy in Mogadishu were concluded. During these courses, participants learned about mobile journalism, storytelling for digital…
In a significant step towards enhancing the media standard and developing journalists’ skills, unique training courses, encompassing three crucial programs, were initiated in Mogadishu today, Sunday. These courses are part of a media development project implemented by the Al Jazeera…
