The Minister of Sports in Mali, Abdoul Kassim Ibrahim Fomba, recently met with a delegation from the Association des Journalistes Sportifs du Mali (AJSM) led by its re-elected president, Oumar Baba Traoré. The meeting aimed to introduce the new bureau and discuss areas of collaboration between the AJSM and the Ministry of Sports. The AJSM, founded in 1970, is the largest and oldest sports journalism association in Mali.
The AJSM has 413 active members, 10 regional coordinations, and representations in several countries, including Senegal, Gabon, and France. The association has a strict membership policy, with 98 membership requests rejected. The new bureau, elected during the 8th ordinary congress, has several projects, including a TV show where the Minister will discuss his achievements and answer questions from sports journalists.
The proposed TV show, "90 minutes pour convaincre," aims to provide a platform for the Minister to share his vision and accomplishments with a wider audience. Additionally, the AJSM requested the Ministry's support for several initiatives, including a sports march, a gala match between the Ministry's staff and the AJSM team, and training sessions for journalists.
Minister Fomba welcomed the delegation and congratulated the AJSM on the success of its congress. He praised the maturity and consensus that characterized the election of the new bureau, stating that it sets an example for other sports institutions in the country. The Minister reaffirmed his department's support for the AJSM and confirmed his availability for the proposed activities.
The AJSM's president, Oumar Baba Traoré, highlighted the association's importance and its role in promoting sports journalism in Mali. He emphasized the need for collaboration between the AJSM and the Ministry to promote sports development in the country. The meeting demonstrated the Ministry's commitment to working with sports journalists to promote sports in Mali.
The Association des Journalistes Sportifs du Mali (AJSM) has been actively involved in promoting sports journalism in Mali. The AJSM's efforts to promote sports development in the country have been recognized by the Ministry of Sports. The Ministry's support for the AJSM's initiatives is expected to enhance sports journalism and promotion in Mali.
The meeting between Minister Fomba and the AJSM bureau marks a significant step in promoting sports development in Mali. The collaboration between the Ministry and the AJSM is expected to yield positive results, enhancing sports journalism and promotion in the country. Key projects, such as the TV show and training sessions, will provide a platform for sports journalists to engage with the Ministry and promote sports development.
Key points
- The Minister of Sports in Mali, Abdoul Kassim Ibrahim Fomba, met with the newly elected bureau of the Association des Journalistes Sportifs du Mali (AJSM) to discuss areas of collaboration.
- The AJSM has 413 active members and 10 regional coordinations, making it the largest and oldest sports journalism association in Mali.
- The Ministry of Sports has pledged its support for the AJSM's initiatives, including a TV show and training sessions for journalists.
