The 2026 National Journalism Award in the press category has been awarded to Osvaldo Ferraz, a 36-year-old journalist from the Angolan newspaper Novo Jornal. Ferraz won with his reportage titled "Concrete Plants in Urban Areas Threaten Health and Environment," which was published on July 21, 2026. The jury awarded his work 96 points out of 100 possible points. This prestigious award recognizes outstanding contributions to journalism in Angola.
The National Journalism Award is a significant honor in Angola, celebrating excellence in journalism across various media platforms. In the press category, Teresa Fukiady, a 34-year-old journalist from Revista Economia & Mercado, secured the second prize with her reportage titled "Gold Did Not Shine in Nambuangongo: Lives and Dreams Buried." Engrácia Francisco, a 27-year-old journalist from Jornal de Angola, took third place with her reportage on the Abel project, which ensures literacy and education for children hospitalized at David Bernardino.
The radio journalism category saw Sandra Rodrigues, a 52-year-old journalist from Rádio Huíla/Grupo Rádio Nacional de Angola, win the top prize with her piece titled "Strategic Importance of the Namibe Corridor in the Sustainable Development Route of the Southern Region and Economic Diversification of Angola." Ermelinda Castro, a 26-year-old journalist from Rádio Mais, secured the second prize with her reportage on passionate crimes. Fidel Custódio, a 37-year-old journalist from Rádio Huambo/Grupo Rádio Nacional de Angola, took third place with his piece on the Kingdom of Sambo.
In the television category, Amaro de Jesus, a 33-year-old journalist from TV Zimbo, won the top prize with his work titled "Stolen Innocence." José Eduardo, a 46-year-old journalist from Televisão Pública de Angola (TPA), secured the second prize with his piece on the Chilume mission. Margarida Bravo, a 43-year-old journalist from TPA, took third place with her reportage on the Missombo colonial repression camp.
The photojournalism category saw Joaquim Armando, a 43-year-old journalist from Jornal de Angola, win the top prize with his photo titled "Solidarity Cripple." Raimundo Mbiya, a 26-year-old journalist from Jornal de Angola, secured the second prize with his photograph titled "Different Worlds." Arsénio Bravo, a 38-year-old journalist from Jornal de Angola, took third place with his photo titled "Express Ambulance."
The National Journalism Award recognizes outstanding contributions to journalism in various categories, including press, radio, television, and photojournalism. The award aims to promote excellence in journalism and encourage journalists to produce high-quality work that informs and engages the public.
Osvaldo Ferraz's win is a testament to the high-quality journalism being produced in Angola. His reportage on concrete plants in urban areas highlights an important environmental and health issue affecting many communities. The award is a well-deserved recognition of his hard work and dedication to journalism.
Key points
- Osvaldo Ferraz wins top prize in press category of 2026 National Journalism Award
- National Journalism Award recognizes excellence in journalism across various media platforms
- Award aims to promote high-quality journalism in Angola
