Mr. Magnifique Migisha Appointed as the New Chairperson of the Board for Rwanda Environmental Journalists

Magnifique Migisha has been appointed as the new Chairperson of the Board for Rwanda Environmental Journalists (REJ), he officially assumes his role on 1 November 2024. With over 15 years of experience in media and corporate communications industries, he began his career as an environmental journalist in broadcast media before transitioning to electronic media and eventually moving into strategic communications across various sectors.

Rwanda Environmental Journalists (REJ) is a non-profit national journalism organization with a legal personality founded by journalists dedicated to reporting on environmental issues, focuses on critical topics such as deforestation, pollution, climate change, biodiversity, agriculture, disaster risk reduction, natural resources, renewable energy, and hazardous waste.

Migisha as a passionate storyteller with extensive media experience has spent the past decade honing his skills in leveraging digital platforms to create compelling narratives that engage diverse audiences. His work is particularly focused on supporting impactful and transformative initiatives through digital storytelling.

Commenting on his appointment, Migisha noted “I am truly humbled by this appointment and look forward to contribute to this remarkable growing organization, helping members of the media to advocate more effectively for the environment and the preservation of green spaces.”

Migisha is a certified digital marketer, holds a Master’s Degree in Development Studies, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication.

Migisha is a certified digital marketer, holds a Master’s Degree in Development Studies, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication.

REJ currently has over 100 active member journalists from various media outlets, including radio, television, and electronic media.