The Foreign Press Association, Africa, FPAA is a Pan African organization registered and domiciled in Kenya under the Societies Act as a non-profit membership organization for all journalists covering Africa for the international media in Africa and in the diaspora.
Its members include bureau chiefs, editors, producers, stringers, reporters, photojournalists, video journalists, correspondents, camerapersons, filmmakers, communication specialists, higher institutions of learning and other media professionals.
Joining our organization opens doors to a supportive community of journalists and media professionals dedicated to promoting accurate and objective reporting. Membership offers the following benefits:
- Embossed Membership cards for all members.
- Additional recognized press credentials to members.
- Priority access to exclusive workshops and programs.
- Free consultations and discounted Legal Counselors.
- Unfettered access to membership resources.
- Mentorship and support from our media partners.
- Networking opportunities with colleagues.
- Defend the rights and protection of journalists working on the continent.
- Providing a platform to facilitate and enhance regular cutting-edge trainings, fellowships, internships, and scholarships for professional competence.
- Access to job databases for members and prospective employers.
- Access to news sources/newsmakers database.
- Access to FPAA Jobs service that aims to match prospective candidates.
- Awards to programs that validate high-achieving members.
- Access to FPAA events in the host.