The African Center for Governance, Peace, and Transformation Studies has launched a specialized training course titled ‘Influential Media Appearance on Satellite Channels.’ Targetting personnel from various institutions and civil society organizations, the program is part of the Center’s ongoing efforts to enhance media capabilities and address the challenges of the current phase.
The opening session drew wide participation from prominent political, military, academic, and media figures. Key attendees included Dr. Mohamed Zakaria, leader in the Democratic Block and official spokesperson for the Justice and Equality Movement Sudan (JEM); Major General Ali Mukhtar, Commander of the Joint Forces in Khartoum; General Siddig Bengo, Alternate Chairman of the Security Arrangements Committee; Mr. Ahmed Mohamed Abakar, Secretary of Media and official spokesperson for the Revolutionary Awakening Council; and Dr. Jameela Al-Jumeiabi, Associate Professor at Neelain University, alongside several experts in media, transformation, and peacebuilding issues.
Dr. Mahmoud Zain Al-Abedin, Director of the African Center for Governance, Peace, and Transformation Studies, stated that the course aligns with the Center’s mission to build national capacities and train official spokespersons and organizational representatives to interact professionally with diverse media outlets, adhering to broadcast and editorial standards.
He explained that the training—led by media expert Mr. Abdelbaki Al-Awad alongside a group of specialists—focuses on key skills for impactful television appearances, strategic message management, and navigating live interviews. These skills are designed to enhance the institutional presence of participants and help them effectively convey their messages to the public.
Dr. Zain Al-Abedin also announced the Center’s readiness to organize further training programs, courses, and specialized studies tailored to current demands in governance, peace, transformation, and media, emphasizing that building media awareness has become a national necessity amidst the country’s rapidly evolving challenges.
For their part, speakers commended the Center’s long-standing role in training, capacity building, and conducting research related to governance and peace. They highlighted the importance of the ‘Influential Media Appearance’ course in curbing the spread of rumors and fake news, as well as countering misleading media campaigns by delivering a professional, responsible narrative that strengthens public awareness and social stability.
