The AIBs 2025 shortlist announced

Global talent in journalism and factual production celebrated ahead of 21st annual awards

The Association for International Broadcasting (AIB) has released the shortlist for the AIBs 2025, the 21st annual competition that celebrates the best in journalism and factual productions across video, audio and digital platforms.

Entries this year came from broadcasters and producers in 33 countries, representing a remarkable spread of organisations large and small. From major international networks to independent production houses, the shortlist demonstrates the extraordinary breadth of work being carried out by journalists, editors and storytellers across every continent

Read the shortlist here: https://theaibs.tv/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/AIBs-2025-shortlist-2025-09-05.pdf

The winners of the AIBs 2025 will be announced at the gala awards ceremony in London on 14 November 2025, hosted at the newly opened Park Hyatt London River Thames. South African journalist Ayanda Charlie, winner of the AIB Emerging Talent Award in 2024, will host the evening.

Simon Spanswick, Chief Executive of the AIB, said: “The range of work on this year’s shortlist is truly inspiring. We once again are honoured to have entries from some of the world’s largest news organisations alongside productions from independent teams working in challenging circumstances. Together, they reflect the dedication, courage and creativity of journalists across the globe, and highlight the continuing importance of factual storytelling in helping audiences understand our complex world.”

All the shortlisted work is now with the international panel of judges, spread from New Zealand across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe and on to the Americas. This group of over 50 media experts will evaluate all the entries over the coming months and decide who the winners will be in each category.

The awards will be presented at the gala evening in London on 14 November that will bring together journalists, producers, editors and executives from across the international media community, providing an unparalleled opportunity to celebrate excellence, renew connections and forge new collaborations.

More information about the AIBs 2025, the full shortlist, and details on how to attend the awards is available at www.theaibs.tv.