PUTRAJAYA: The Housing and Local Government Ministry will once again hold its Media Excellence Awards (AKeMedia) dinner 2025 as a mark of appreciation for media practitioners and their role in delivering accurate and credible information to the public.
The award ceremony would be held on Nov 17 at the Pavilion Hotel in Kuala Lumpur.
Minister Nga Kor Ming said the ministry has always regarded the media as an important strategic partner in the country’s development.
“As a sign of appreciation for their service and contribution, this prestigious award was introduced in 2023 to recognise the efforts of journalists and media professionals,” he said in a statement on Saturday (Nov 1).
He said this year, a total of eight categories would be contested, namely, the minister’s Special Grand Award, Best Television Broadcast, Best Video Portal/Online, Best Radio Broadcast, Best Article Publication, Best Photojournalism, Best Social Media Content and Best Influencer.
The entries cover topics related to the ministry’s roles and responsibilities, including housing, local authorities, Fire and Rescue Department, urban sustainability and wellbeing, smart cities, solid waste management, recycling initiatives, community credit, and other areas under its 14 departments and agencies.
Nga said AKeMedia 2025 had received 243 submissions as of September and that they were now in the final judging stage.
“Finalists selected by the Malaysian Press Institute (MPI) will be invited to the awards dinner. The rest of the media representatives are also welcome.
“Through the event, the ministry hopes to strengthen its relationship with the media and continue working together in communicating its initiatives and achievements to the public, in line with the Malaysia Madani concept,” he said.
