AI Adoption and Gender Inequality in African Newsrooms – Research Survey

Help Shape Gender-Inclusive AI in African Journalism

African Women in Media (AWiM), in partnership with Luminate, is conducting a pan-African research study to understand how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is being adopted in African newsrooms — and how this affects gender equality, newsroom culture, and working conditions for women and gender-diverse journalists.

This online survey is designed to collect first-hand insights from journalists, editors, producers, and media professionals across Africa. The findings will help shape policy recommendations, advocacy, and gender-responsive AI practices in the media sector.

Why This Research Matters

As AI tools like ChatGPT, transcription apps, image generators, and content optimization platforms become more common in journalism, it’s crucial to explore:

  • Who has access to AI in newsrooms
  • How AI influences editorial decisions and newsroom dynamics
  • Whether AI reinforces or challenges gendered power structures
  • How AI impacts job security, surveillance, emotional labor, and representation

Your experience matters. Your voice will help create a roadmap for a fairer, safer, and more inclusive media landscape in Africa.

Informed ConsentPlease read before proceeding.

By taking part in this survey, you confirm that:

  • You are 18 years or older
  • You work in media or journalism in Africa
  • You understand the purpose of this study and voluntarily agree to participate

Participation is voluntary, and all responses will be kept confidential. No personally identifiable information is collected unless you choose to provide it. You are free to skip any question or exit the survey at any point.

Estimated Time: 15–20 Minutes

Your contribution will inform:

  • A public insight report on AI and gender in African media
  • Feminist media advocacy
  • Evidence-based policy recommendations
  • Inclusive AI training and newsroom practices

For any questions, contact us at: Irene@africanwomeninmedia.com

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Are you a journalist or media professional in Africa?
Have you used or encountered AI in your newsroom?

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Thank you for supporting this critical research on AI, journalism, and gender equity in Africa.

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DR. YEMISI AKINBOBOLA

C.E.O & Co-founder, AWiM

Dr Yemisi Akinbobola is an award-winning journalist, academic, consultant and co-founder of African Women in Media (AWiM). AWiM’s vision is that one-day African women will have equal access to representation in media. Joint winner of the CNN African Journalist Award 2016 (Sports Reporting), Yemisi ran her news website IQ4News between 2010-14.
Yemisi holds a PhD in Media and Cultural Studies from Birmingham City University, where she is an Associate Professor of Women’s Rights and Media Development. She has published scholarly research on women’s rights, African feminism, and journalism and digital public spheres. She was Editorial Consultant for the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325 commemorative book titled “She Stands for Peace: 20 Years, 20 Journeys”, and currently hosts the book’s podcast.
She speaks regularly on issues relating to gender and media. In 2021 she was recognized as one of 100 Most Influential African Women.