Times Of Swaziland: MTN BUSHFIRE MEDIA ACCREDITATION NOW OPEN

MTN BUSHFIRE MEDIA ACCREDITATION NOW OPEN
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Nomsa Mbuli on 16/02/2024 10:27:00


MBABANE – Media accreditation for the 17th edition of the MTN Bushfire, taking
place from May 31 to June 2, 2024, is now open.
Journalists, photographers, videographers and bloggers from established and
reputable national, regional, or international newspapers, magazines, wire and
news services, radio and television stations and networks, including relevant
online publications, are invited to apply for media accreditation for this
year’s festival. Travel writers, stringers, and freelancers are also
encouraged to apply.
Applications can be made through the Press Accreditation page on the MTN
Bushfire website, where the media will be required to fill out an application
form from the Ministry of Information, Communication and Technology, before the
festival can accredit them.
Accreditation
Media accreditation applications will close on Friday, May 17, 2024. Named
‘Top African festival’ by the BBC and hailed by CNN as one of the ‘7
African music festivals you really have to see’, MTN Bushfire is looking
forward to reigniting the fire in the beautiful farmlands in the valley of
Malkerns, Eswatini, for a family-friendly, eclectic celebration of some of the
finest music in Africa and beyond.
With its roster of international talent and innovative, environmentally
sustainable, and socially inclusive programming, as well as its amazing spirit
of diversity and celebration, MTN Bushfire is a major media event that attracts
media practitioners and journalists from all around the world.
Interviews
Accredited media will be able to attend media press conferences, request
interviews with artists, and have access to the front of the stage for photos
and videos. The designated media center, equipped with power and wireless
internet, is the festival hub for media information, and interviews and
journalists are encouraged to make use of it.
It should be noted that media accreditation does not include any travel or
accommodation unless specifically pre-arranged with MTN Bushfire. Journalists
should ensure they book accommodation soon, as nearby lodgings fill up quickly.
Accredited journalists may want to consider purchasing camping passes.
More information on accommodation options, including a list of possible places
to stay, is available in the Plan section on the festival website,
www.bush-fire.com.
Media queries may be directed to karla@redflag.co.za.