2026 Pilot Phase: production and distribution of a values-led public conversation series
FNF South Africa invites qualified organisations, production teams or consortia to submit proposals for a 2026 multimedia civic dialogue podcast pilot. The series will explore democracy, reconciliation, civic courage, public trust, accountability and social repair through accessible, human conversations rooted in South Africa and connected to wider African and European democratic contexts.
Key information:
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Publication date: Monday, 22 June 2026
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Submission deadline: Thursday, 25 June 2026, 17:00 SAST
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Expected contracting period: July–December 2026
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Submission format: Concise proposal and budget by email
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Submission email: wayne.alexander@freiheit.org
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Budget ceiling: Up to R300,000, inclusive of all costs and taxes
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Expected outputs: Up to six episodes produced, with preferably four released in 2026
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Preferred launch: September 2026
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Proposal length: Maximum six pages, excluding attachments
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Subject line: Proposal - Civic Dialogue Podcast Series 2026 Pilot