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Black Wednesday: October 19th 1977 is when apartheid tried to shut up the press
On October 19 1977, scores of journalists and black consciousness leaders were detained and banned by the apartheid regime.
Aphiwe Kunene
Oct 19, 20213 min read
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#FaveOfTheWeek: Elizabeth Merab
Meet Kenyan award-winning health journalist and storyteller Elizabeth Merab who is passionate about telling science-based stories.
Aphiwe Kunene
Oct 19, 20214 min read
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Social media are being hijacked to subtly suppress opposing voices. Insights from Kenya
A recent report on Twitter use in Kenya revealed a darker side. Hidden from view are “shadowy groups” using tactics to spread disinformation
frayintermedia
Oct 7, 20211 min read
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World News Day shines a light on the climate crisis
This year’s World News Day celebrated on September 28 shines a light on the climate crisis, calling on journalists to confront the calamity.
Aphiwe Kunene
Sep 29, 20214 min read
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African media tap into messaging platforms to broaden reach
African newsrooms have taped into messaging platforms to connect with audiences, harnessing the benefit of tech power to serve communities.
Aphiwe Kunene
Sep 28, 20214 min read
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#FaveOfTheWeek: Namukabo Werungah
Meet health reporter Namukabo Werungah, an award-winning Kenyan multimedia journalist who is passionate about maternal health.
Aphiwe Kunene
Sep 20, 20213 min read
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Media has a crucial role to play in fighting disinformation
South African media and fact-checkers have been battling waves of fake news as people turn to alternative information sources.
Aphiwe Kunene
Sep 20, 20214 min read
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A promise of a new dawn for press freedom in Zambia
A hope of a new dawn is upon Zambia's media as Chushi Kasanda settles in as the country’s new Minister of Information and Media.
Aphiwe Kunene
Sep 17, 20213 min read
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COVID-19 lockdowns become an excuse for oppression
In the SADC region, COVID-19 lockdowns become an excuse for oppression as government's responses to crisis hampered freedom of expression.
Aphiwe Kunene
Sep 10, 20214 min read
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#FaveOfTheWeek: Angel Nduka-Nwosu
Meet 22-year-old Nigerian journalist, blogger and researcher Angel Nduka-Nswosu who is passionate about reporting women and girls’ issues.
frayintermedia
Sep 6, 20214 min read
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Why public access to information also matters for public officials
Public access to information is as important for public officials as it is for ordinary citizens in various ways.
Gilbert Sendugwa
Aug 31, 20212 min read
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Community radio stations rebuild after looting
The recent looting and unrest in South Africa extensively hit the local economy, affecting various sectors including the media.
Aphiwe Kunene
Aug 30, 20214 min read
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Afghan women journalists fight to be heard
Women across the Afghanistan are being forced to stop working and to return to their homes and women journalists are now in great danger.
Aphiwe Kunene
Aug 27, 20215 min read
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A gendered perspective matters in photojournalism
Sexism, harassment and unequal working opportunities are some of the issues that women in the male-dominated photojournalism industry face.
Aphiwe Kunene
Aug 20, 20213 min read
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Critical storytelling is a crucial journalism skill
Journalists need to empower themselves with analytical and critical skills to be able to navigate the ever-evolving digital world.
Aphiwe Kunene
Aug 16, 20212 min read
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Sexual harassment is rife in many African media workplaces
The negative cycle of sexual harassment is entrenched because not much is done about it when it is reported in newsrooms.
frayintermedia
Aug 11, 20211 min read
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Ethiopian journalists targeted in civil war
Ethiopian journalists continue to bear the brunt of the ongoing conflict in the region.
Aphiwe Kunene
Aug 6, 20213 min read
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Producing stories with an accurate African perspective
Storytellers should produce stories that reproduce the experience African people have across the continent more accurately.
Aphiwe Kunene
Aug 6, 20213 min read
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Apply for the prestigious Fetisov Journalism Awards today
Women journalists across the globe are urged to apply for the prestigious 2021 Fetisov Journalism Awards.
Aphiwe Kunene
Aug 1, 20213 min read
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African media have a women problem
Media organisations need to employ a range of strategies to bring women into the newsroom and keep them until they reach senior levels.
Aphiwe Kunene
Jul 30, 20212 min read
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