Multimedia
After the tsunami: KBR68H in Aceh
Local radio played a vital role in helping the people of Aceh, Indonesia, deal with the effects of the tsunami. Within days of the disaster, KBR68H had launched a radio station rebuilding programme and was helping to reinstall vital services, such as clean water.
Invest in press freedom
It's easy to invest in MDLF's work, providing independent news businesses with the financing they need to hold governments to account, expose corruption and fight for justice for all.
Track record
From 1996 to 31 March 2010, MDLF has provided $97.5 million in affordable financing, including:
• $84.8 million in loans and equity investments;
• $1.2 million in technical assistance grants;
• $11 million in other grants;
• $0.5 million through Digital Kiosk, the secure payment service for independent media;
• Collected approximately $10.5 million in interest and dividends.
MDLF has financed 213 projects for 72 independent media companies in 24 countries and has written off only 1.92% of the total loaned and invested.
MDLF ended March 2010 with a portfolio of $37.9 million in outstanding loans and investments.
