The Future of Climate Journalism in Cape Verde: A Call to Action

The Journalism Awards 2026 Covering Climate Now on climate These awards represent a unique opportunity to elevate the discussion on climate change in Cape Verde. This archipelago, inherently vulnerable to the impacts of global warming, from rising sea levels to desertification and the intensification of extreme weather events, needs robust, in-depth, and accessible news coverage. Through these awards, the aim is to recognize and encourage the work of journalists and media outlets dedicated to uncovering the complexities of the climate crisis, its causes, consequences, and, crucially, the solutions that can be implemented at local and global levels.

The importance of quality climate journalism is undeniable. In Cape Verde, where socioeconomic disparities can exacerbate citizens' vulnerability to environmental change, the role of the press becomes even more vital in disseminating accurate information and empowering individuals to make informed decisions. These awards are not only a recognition for communication professionals, but also a direct investment in public awareness and the promotion of constructive dialogue on the urgent need for climate action. Encouraging investigative reporting, acclaimed documentaries, and in-depth articles that explore the specific challenges faced by Cape Verde in the climate context will be fundamental.

The competition aims to cover a wide range of topics within the climate sphere, from adaptation and mitigation, through climate justice, to the analysis of national and international environmental policies. Submitted works are expected to offer innovative perspectives, concrete data, and impactful narratives that capture public attention and positively influence perception and action regarding climate change. The objective is to strengthen journalistic capacity in Cape Verde to cover this issue in a sustained manner, ensuring that the Cape Verdean voice is heard and considered in global discussions about the future of the planet.

Applying for these awards demonstrates a commitment to truth and the future. By dedicating time and resources to climate coverage, participating journalists will be contributing to an invaluable public good, helping to shape a more resilient and sustainable future for Cape Verde and the world. The Covering Climate Now initiative, in partnership with relevant local entities, promises an excellent platform to highlight Cape Verdean talent and its essential contributions to informing and mobilizing societies around the climate issue.

Applications for the 2026 Covering Climate Now Journalism Awards on climate are open until [date]. March 31, 2026.

For more information and to submit applications, please visit: https://coveringclimatenow.org/projects/the-2026-ccnow-journalism-awards/