Nairobi, May 10 -- Three journalists were awarded the Wangari Maathai Young Journalists award during this year's AllAfrica Media Leaders' Summit (AMLS) held in Nairobi from May 8 to 10, 2024.

This year's summit brought together more than 300 African media owners and operators, government officials, corporate leaders, academics, civil society champions, and development partners; to discuss the business of media and the critical role it must play in shaping Africa's future.

Hope Nabalayo won the inaugural award, which recognises the use of digital tools for youth engagement in journalism.

"I highlighted the story of Tsisika, a mother of nine from Kakamega who faced a lot of stigma because she was suffering from post-partum depression. Ei...