Africa Media

During my time with Africa Media, I was able to improve my wildlife photography to a professional standard, learning to take photos in a more unique and creative way. I met other like-minded students who I shared incredible experiences with along the beautiful Garden Route, such as safaris, wine tasting, horseback riding, and skydiving!

Our instructors, Frikkie & Shirley, were amazing people who made sure we had the best experience and they tailored our skills development for each one of us. The accommodation was comfortable and cosy, with great meals provided, and transport was provided for when we went on excursions during the week.

I highly recommend joining this once in a lifetime experience!

September 2024 I had the pleasure to join Africa Media for the Wildlife Filmmaking program, it was truly an unforgettable experience. The program offered a great approach to wildlife filmmaking that was both challenging and rewarding. The instructors Shirley and Frikkie are both knowledgeable and passionate about their work. Shirley taught me a lot about creative and ethical filmmaking whereas Frikkie helped me understand my equipment much better and his humor filled the room with love and laughter. Aside from being great instructors they are also wonderful people that I consider now dear friends of mine. I loved going to Monkeyland, Birds of Eden, Jukani and Schotia. I saw animals I have never seen before and ranger Fontaine taught me a lot about the flora and fauna that u can find in South Africa. Personally I grew more in that one month with Africa Media compared to 3 years into my studies of Film, thanks to the personal assisting and guidance.
Definitely recommended! I will come back for the underwater filmmaking program in the future.. 🤍

I enjoyed the program and the syllabus. It was a great opportunity to travel the Garden Route, improve my writing and get published. Rouxne, the instructor, was a great editor and a guide to this part of South Africa.
I would perhaps add a fun group activity from the start to encourage a bond among the students.
Fun weekend outings.

I enjoyed visiting all the different towns along the Garden Route and also improving my photography skills. The Schotia Game Reserve weekend was a real highlight. Would propose more options for weekend outings if possible.

I chose to do the internship as part of my work experience for uni. The staff were really helpful beforehand and I was confident with what was expected of me. They checked what I wanted to get out of the program so that they could tailor specific activities to me and my interests. I learned a lot more than I would at university, as the course is specifically for Travel and Environmental journalism. So, it goes into more detail on the type of writing and interviewing styles, how to make it freelance, etc. Get to go on exciting weekend trips and excursions, too!

Imagine my relief when I got to the airport and saw someone holding an Africa Media sign. The whole program was insightful and extremely helpful. Learned a lot, met so many great people and definitely honed in my skills as a journalist. The best thing about the program is that you don't have to have any history with journalism and can be a complete amateur, yet, by the end of the mont you'll leave with a comprehensive understanding of the career. Loved everyone at Africa Media, really cool people.