The BBC was last week plunged into turmoil due to the backlash resulting from their decision to remove Gary Lineker, …
Reputable news organisations should steer clear of clickbait journalism
Ask any news editor, and they will tell you that crafting a headline that succinctly captures the story’s main thrust …
Before you write about a minor, consider their well-being
A digital news platform recently posted a video clip on social media that showed a child reportedly being stripped of …
Media owners, managers need to push back against State interference whatever the risks
By Edris Kiggundu The suspension of two journalists at Baba TV over their satirical criticism of Parliament has exposed the …
With the consumer at the centre, journalism will survive
By Collins Hinamundi On 30 November 2022, Next Media Services (NMS), the company that owns NBS TV, laid off more …
Covering Africa in a rapidly evolving digital landscape
It is a very tough time to be a journalist. It is a very challenging time for the media. I’m not …
The state of innovation and media viability in East Africa
Media houses globally are grappling with how best to produce quality content and remain financially viable in the wake of …
How fake science websites hijack our trust in experts to misinform and confuse
Isobelle Clarke, Lancaster University The scientific method is rigorous. Claims and premises are supported with evidence. The peer review system …