Title: “Ten years later, RFI commemorates the double assassination of its reporters in Mali: the Stock Exchange Ghislaine Dupont and Claude Verlon”
Introduction :
Ten years have passed since the terrible assassination of RFI reporters Ghislaine Dupont and Claude Verlon in Mali. On November 2, 2013, these two committed journalists were kidnapped and then murdered by jihadists in Kidal, in the north of the country. RFI has decided to pay tribute to their memory by launching the tenth edition of the Ghislaine Dupont and Claude Verlon Scholarship. This event aims to reward and train young African journalists and technicians, thus perpetuating the legacy of these two courageous figures of journalism.
The Ghislaine Dupont and Claude Verlon Scholarship:
The Ghislaine Dupont and Claude Verlon Scholarship was created in tribute to these two reporters, testifying to their professionalism and their passion for the profession. Each year, this grant rewards a young African journalist and technician. For this tenth edition, applications are open to young French-speaking talents from 25 African countries. Applicants must be under 35 and have worked in radio for at least two years.
The training will take place in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, from October 16 to 29, 2023. Selected participants will follow intensive workshops and will have the opportunity to produce a report for journalists and a sound element for technicians. A jury made up of representatives from RFI, the Ivorian press, the Sciences Po School of Journalism and INA will select the winners in each category. The award ceremony will take place on November 2, the day declared by the United Nations as the “International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists”.
The impact of the stock market and the legacy of Ghislaine Dupont and Claude Verlon:
The Ghislaine Dupont and Claude Verlon Scholarship is much more than a simple reward. It offers young African journalists and technicians a unique opportunity to develop their skills and pursue a passion for reporting. By following this training, the winners will be able to draw inspiration from the values and professionalism of Ghislaine Dupont and Claude Verlon, and contribute to the promotion of responsible and quality journalism on the African continent.
Conclusion :
Ten years after their tragic assassination, Ghislaine Dupont and Claude Verlon remain in the memories and continue to inspire many people. The Ghislaine Dupont and Claude Verlon Scholarship perpetuates their legacy by offering young African talents a chance to shine in the world of journalism. RFI thus hopes to contribute to the training of a new generation of committed reporters, ready to defend press freedom and give voice to forgotten voices.. The commemoration of this sad event thus becomes a beacon of hope for the future of journalism in Africa