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African knowledge has the power to transform our continent and the world.But for ideas to change the world, they must resonate, be shared and inspire action.
Jive Media Africa provides professional communication strategy and support through media production, training and public engagement. We partner with top African researchers, professionals and organisations to lean into complexity, embrace diverse perspectives and produce a wide range of media that increase the visibility and impact of research.
We provide training and mentorship in media and communication through our FameLab – the international ‘talking science’ initiative – and The Art of Research divisions.
Our pioneering youth engagement programmes, Science Spaza and Hip Hop U, engage, inspire and grow the next generation of South African innovators by combining art and science to showcase African research and scientific concepts, ‘translating’ it into engaging, accessible and impactful media.
Who we work with
Directors
Prof Albert Modi, Robert Inglis and Hilary Kromberg
Prof Albert Thembinkosi Modi is the Executive Dean of the Faculty of Natural Sciences at Walter Sisulu University. He is an NRF-rated scientist and a Senior Fellow of Green Matter. Prof. Modi has a deep commitment to growing the next generation of African scholars and is a long-time and passionate advocate for science communication and public engagement.
Robert Inglis is an NSTF Award winner with over 20 years experience leading science communication and research engagement initiatives in southern Africa. Robert has an MPhil. in Science and Technology Studies with a specialisation in Science Engagement and is passionate about fostering interactions between science and society that can lead to positive impact in Africa.
Hilary Kromberg has been working in the strategic communications and creative industry for over 30 years. Before co-founding Jive Media Africa 20 years ago, Hilary worked at the Madam & Eve cartoon strip as well as for SABC Education. Hilary has a Master’s degree in Musicology (Adolescent Health and Music/ Hip Hop), a BMus (Hons) degree in Music Communication, and a BA degree in Social Anthropology/ Industrial Sociology (sub-majoring in African Literature).
Jive Media Africa is an Exempt Micro Enterprise (EME) and a Level 4 Contributor to B-BBEE allowing our clients to claim 100% of their spend towards their own scorecard.
Contact
Email: info@jivemedia.co.za
Address: Jive Hub, 279 Boddington Estate, Nottingham Road, 3280