South Africa: Journalism Students Victims of Alleged Intimidation: Police and private security allegedly threatened a University of Johannesburg journalism student who was at the scene of a murder, the South African Communication Association said on Friday. Two police officers visited Magnificent Ndebele, 20, in his residence between 01:00 and 02:00 last Thursday and … [Read more...] about South Africa: Journalism Students Victims of Alleged Intimidation
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UK for enhanced journalism standards in Malawi
UK for enhanced journalism standards in Malawi: Another milestone in the UK-Malawi partnership focusing on education and building a vibrant media was reached on Tuesday following the inauguration of a media centre that will facilitate regular convening, training, mentorship and research by media practitioners in Malawi. Situated in Blantyre within the department of … [Read more...] about UK for enhanced journalism standards in Malawi
Quality journalism shown at Sikuvile Awards, despite challenges
Quality journalism shown at Sikuvile Awards, despite challenges: This year’s Standard Bank Sikuvile Awards were of a good standard, despite the ongoing challenges both internally and externally in the industry. This is according to Paula Fray, the Award's convening judge at the recent Awards ceremony that took place at the Green Venue in Sandton. Source: Media Update Submit … [Read more...] about Quality journalism shown at Sikuvile Awards, despite challenges
Countdown to 2016 Sikuvile Journalism Awards begins
Countdown to 2016 Sikuvile Journalism Awards begins: The countdown to the Standard Bank Sikuvile Journalism Awards has begun, with the Awards taking place on Monday 15 August, at the Johannesburg Trade Centre (the Venue, Greenpark) in Sandton. Source: Media Update Submit your own Press Release or get free content for your publication. My Press Release (MyPR) … [Read more...] about Countdown to 2016 Sikuvile Journalism Awards begins
How data journalism can empower Africans at the polls and beyond | The Conversation
When complex, dense information is presented visually it can make a huge difference. ShutterstockPeople in Africa are learning how to demand accountability from their governments. But they have a way to go before fully making the transition from voters to citizens. What’s the difference? Voters are “subjects”. They participate in elections hoping to get material benefits from … [Read more...] about How data journalism can empower Africans at the polls and beyond | The Conversation
