Médias Ébène and FOMECAF join forces in Abidjan to train peace actors
Abidjan, Ivory Coast – The religious media landscape in French-speaking Africa is set to experience a highlight at the end of January 2026. The Forum des Médias Chrétiens d’Afrique Francophone (FOMECAF) will hold its national seminar in Abidjan, with the active support of Médias Ébène. After a year dedicated to technical equipment in 2025, the Swiss organization is kicking off 2026 with a focus on skills development and strengthening ties.
A strategic meeting is taking shape at the CEFCA in Abidjan. From January 28 to 30, 2026, decision-makers and information professionals will gather to discuss a central theme: "Resilience and responsibility: the strategic role of Christian media in French-speaking Africa in the fight against radicalism, the promotion of peace, and the strengthening of social cohesion."
From equipment to training: the turning point of 2026
For Médias Ébène, this seminar marks a significant evolution in its work on the continent. After devoting 2025 to numerous technical interventions—equipment, repair, and installation of radios—the organization is starting the new year by focusing on human capital.
The objective is clear: to strengthen the capacities of local actors and forge strong links between the various stations. "Médias Ebène welcomes the FOMECAF initiative and is delighted that it will have a significant impact on Ivorian religious media," said the organization, confirming its desire to participate in the development of a credible and responsible press.
International expertise at the service of workshops
To fulfill this commitment, Médias Ébène is sending a delegation of three seasoned experts to Abidjan to lead technical workshops in the afternoon, complementing the morning plenary sessions reserved for decision-makers. These sessions will focus on the essential pillars of modern media:
Denis Steffen will speak on content management, programming, and radio administration.
Andrea Luzi will contribute his expertise in studio technologies and sound quality optimization.
Emmanuel Ziehli will address contemporary challenges: marketing, the use of artificial intelligence, and the search for funding.
A dual challenge: strategic and operational
The seminar, organized by FOMECAF, aims to address two distinct needs. The mornings will be devoted to decision-makers (developers, directors, marketing managers) to address macro-strategic issues: viable economic models, regulation, and challenges facing the sector.
In the afternoons, it's time to get down to business. Professionals (journalists, presenters, technicians) will benefit from practical workshops to hone their skills. This dual approach aims to improve the editorial, technical, and managerial quality of media outlets.
Through this event, FOMECAF and Médias Ébène reaffirm their shared mission: to structure and connect Christian media outlets so that they remain vectors of social stability, peace, and "living together" in French-speaking Africa.
