Fondation Hirondelle Media Support for Crisis Regions

Description

Fondation Hirondelle is a Swiss non-profit organization that supports access to reliable, local, and independent information in crisis-affected settings. Its work focuses on strengthening local media and journalists in fragile contexts.

The organization produces and supports media programs across several countries, with content delivered through audio, video, and web channels. Its current productions include outlets such as Studio Tamani, Studio Kalangou, Studio Yafa, Radio Ndeke Luka, and others.

Its stated areas of expertise include peacebuilding, humanitarian crisis response, media ecosystems, media literacy, governance, inclusion, reconciliation, and countering disinformation. The site also presents figures on media operations, audience reach, supported media, and people trained.

Fondation Hirondelle operates in multiple countries across Africa and other regions, and some projects have been transferred to local organizations or continue under United Nations missions. The site also highlights newsletters, donations, and ways to follow its ongoing media work.