Where MENA and the world's media meet.
An independent international platform for media development, gathering journalists, broadcasters, and decision-makers from across the region and beyond. The most significant media forum in Egypt and the middle east.
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EMF . 04
NOV. 2026
CAIRO, EGYPT
In-Person 2 Days
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Who We Are
The Egypt Media Forum is an annual and independent international platform for media development, based in Cairo. The EMF aims to advance the know-how and development of media culture and policies, and to support capacity building and qualified bodies.
We work on developing the media work environment in Egypt and the MENA region. The Forum runs throughout the year as an international platform for development in the form of sustainable products that aim to develop media tools.These include a press training unit and a digital platform providing advanced knowledge and utilizing in-depth studies.
Forum President
Noha El Nahass
Dear colleagues,
” We have launched Egypt Media Forum (EMF) as an annual event from the heart of Cairo, the media capital of the East.
EMF welcomes media professionals from the Arab countries and the world and provides a unique opportunity to share knowledge and views on the compelling issues facing journalism and threatens its noble role in serving peoples and societies.”
EMF Platforms
Content Platforms
Tech and AI Platforms
Business Platforms
Four ways in
What . happens at EMF.
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Learn.
Hands-on workshops and an AI & innovation hub for working media professionals.
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Connect
Curated networking and the regional industry’s busiest exhibition floor.
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Do Business.
Closed-door deal-making, an accelerator for media startups, and an investor track.
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Be Inspired.
The Main Stage and an evening honoring the region’s most distinguished media figures.
Join Us as a Speaker/ Trainer
EMF Highlights
What’s been said about EMF?
8-11-2025
The third edition of the Egypt Media Forum 2025 kicks off... Forum Chairman: An exceptional edition... Tarek Nour: The shift to digital media requires continuous innovation... Confident in the public's awareness to distinguish facts from misinformation
9-11-2025
A delegation from Beni Suef's private media sector is participating in the Egypt Media Forum.
11-11-2025
A prominent guest shines at the Egypt Media Forum in Cairo
11-11-2025
The Egyptian Media Forum concludes with messages emphasizing the need to renew media thinking.
29-7-2024
Egypt Media Forum 2024 to kick off in November with participation of over 2,000 journalists
27-11-2023
Egypt Media Forum discusses the role of Arab women in journalism.
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THE NEXT EDITION
EMF 2026 The Fourth Edition.
Where MENA and the WORLD’s media meet
2026 Theme
AI and Emerging Technologies
Dates
Venue
Format
Nov 2026
Cairo
2 Days
At a Glance
What to expect.
Expert panels, hands-on workshops, an AI & innovation hub, an industry market floor, a closed-door investor track, and an awards evening honoring the region's media legends.
Sponsors & Partners
Exclusive Digital Partner
Vodafone
Official Carrier
Egypt Air
Platinum Sponsor
4 Labs
Knowledge Partners
Deutsche Welle
RNTC
Poynter
International Center for Journalists
Training Partners
CNN Arabic
Media Partners
Blinx
france media monde
Al Shorouq
Al Mashhad
Al Ghad
Besaraha
Ahl AL Media
Knowledge Contributor
Google News Initiative
In Collaboration with
United Nations Egypt
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