By Favour Nnabugwu
The 9th Pan-African Reinsurance Journalism Award of Continental Reinsurance Plc is coming up on April 12, 2024 will be held at Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.
The leading private pan-African reinsurer, while unveiling the venue for the event called on Business journalists from across the African continent are invited to showcase their exceptional work in various categories, including Online, Print, and Broadcast, in both English and French.
This year’s awards also feature an Arabic Category and the Dr. Femi Future Talent Award.
Submission Period and Process: Entries are open for submission up to February 14, 2024. Works published within the year leading up to the submission deadline are eligible for consideration. Interested participants can submit their entries through the official awards portal: https://www.continental-re.com/awards-2024/.
Mr. Lawrence Nazare, Group Managing Director of Continental Reinsurance, emphasized the crucial role of the (re)insurance industry and the impact of journalists in shaping its narrative. He stated, “The (re)insurance industry is a catalyst for progress, offering economic stability and security to individuals and businesses.
“Reporting on insurance is not only informative but also serves as a catalyst for industry, educates the public about the importance of risk management, fostering a culture of preparedness.”
It will be recalled that the 8th edition witnessed entries from 18 African countries, celebrating winners from Uganda, Ghana, Burkina Faso, Egypt, and Zimbabwe. The awards ceremony was graced by His Excellency Rigathi Gachagua, Deputy President of the Republic of Kenya.
