Journalism
Gilitics Media & Mombasa Press Club
Media & Communication
Media & Communication
Awards 2026
Celebrating excellence in journalism, digital innovation, and public impact across Kenya's coastal region.
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Event Phases
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Coastal Media Excellence
Who We Are
A Platform for Media Excellence
The Media & Communication Awards 2026 recognise journalism, digital communication, and storytelling that inform, educate, and drive social and economic change across Kenya's coast.
- Honouring responsible, creative reporting across all media
- Celebrating digital campaigns that build trust and mobilise communities
- A dedicated stage for blue economy, climate, and tourism stories
- Nurturing the next generation of journalists and creators
Our Pillars
Recognising Work That Shapes Society
Journalism
Responsible, creative reporting across radio, television, print, and digital media.
Digital Communication
Campaigns and institutions using digital media to mobilise communities and build trust.
Coastal Focus
A dedicated stage for blue economy, climate, tourism, and community stories.
Youth & Innovation
Encouraging the next generation of journalists and digital creators in East Africa.
Awards Calendar
The Road to the Grand Gala
Phase 1
Official Launch
June 2026
Press launch, categories, sponsor call.
Phase 2
Submissions
Jul – Aug 2026
Open applications and nominations.
Phase 3
Adjudication
Sep 2026
Independent expert judging panel.
Phase 4
Public Voting
Late Sep – Oct
Website and SMS engagement.
Phase 5
Workshop
Oct 2026
Industry summit and training day.
Phase 6
Grand Gala
Oct / Nov 2026
Red carpet awards ceremony, Mombasa.
Award Categories
26 Categories Across Two Pillars
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Digital
Best Government Institution Using Media
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Digital
Best County Communication Department
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Digital
Best NGO Digital Campaign
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Digital
Best Human Rights Communication Initiative
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Digital
Best SME Digital Marketing Campaign
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Digital
Best Corporate Social Media Presence
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Sponsor Media Excellence
Four sponsorship tiers to match every partner's ambition.
Grand Awards Gala 2026
One Night. The Coast Celebrates.
Red carpet arrivals, gala dinner, live entertainment, and the awards ceremony recognising Kenya's finest media talent. Mombasa, October / November 2026.
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