Athari Media Support Africa Ltd is a nonprofit digital storytelling and advocacy organization based in Wakiso, Uganda. Founded in 2023, it is led by CEO and founder Simon Chris Makanga, an award-winning journalist. The organization focuses on amplifying underrepresented voices and addressing pressing social and environmental issues through media.

Mission and Focus Areas

Athari Media Support Africa is dedicated to using storytelling as a tool to preserve African heritage and drive positive change. Their work encompasses:

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  Environmental Advocacy: Highlighting issues like plastic pollution, climate change, and water conservation.

  
  


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  Social Justice: Empowering women and girls, promoting environmental conservation, and raising awareness on various societal issues.

  
  


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  Media Training: Providing capacity-building opportunities for journalists across Africa.

  
  

Services Offered

Athari Media Support Africa offers a range of media services, including:

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  Post-Zoom meetings

  
  


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  Podcast production

  
  


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  Videography and photography

  
  


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  Human interest stories

  
  


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  Documentaries focusing on major issues like climate change

  
  


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  Awareness campaigns on environmental and social topics

  
  

Recognition

In 2024, Athari Media Support Africa received recognition at the Uganda National Journalism Awards for their impactful environmental reporting. The team, including Simon Chris Makanga, Agatha Nambuya, and Brian Alvin Mugerwa, was honored for their contributions to environmental journalism.

Contact Information

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  Address: Plot 12, Globe Trotter Road, Namugongo, Wakiso, Uganda

  
  


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  Phone: +256 760 049 614Email: info@atharimedia.org

  
  


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  Website: atharimedia.org