MDIF provides affordable financing and technical assistance to independent news and information businesses in challenging environments, helping them to become financially sustainable. We invest in media that provide the news, information and debate that people need to build free, thriving societies.

MDIF has invested $298.4 million in 148 independent news businesses in 47 countries since 1996. Our dedicated team of highly skilled professionals help clients build financially viable businesses, while providing real financial and social returns to a wide range of impact investors. More than 120 million people around the world get their news from MDIF clients.

News & Journalism

Media Development Investment Fund

Harlan Mandel

Dan Margoshes

Bilal Randeree

Magdalena Skrzypek

Joanna Różycka - Iwan

The Investment Team at MDIF identifies, evaluates, and manages investments in independent news and information businesses operating in challenging environments. They ensure these ventures are financially viable while providing significant social and financial returns for impact investors. The team collaborates closely with clients to develop sustainable business models that contribute to free, thriving societies.

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