ABOUT
About the person
Dr. Merga Yonas Bula is a communication expert and researcher specializing in political communication, migration, diaspora, and media development. He holds a PhD in Media and Communication Studies from the University of Leipzig and a M.A degree in International Media Studies (IMS) from the DW Akademie at Bonn-Rhein-Sieg University of Applied Sciences. His professional background combines significant journalistic experience with academic research and project management. He has worked as a journalist and editor for international media organization, including Deutsche Welle and Afrika.Table (Table.Media), where he reported on complex socio-political issues. His practical expertise is further demonstrated through his role as a co-project manager for media development at the DW Akademie and his ongoing academic engagement at Leipzig University. Since Winter Semester 2025, Dr. Bula has been lecturing Political Communication for DW Akademie’s IMS program.