The release of national examination results in Uganda often leads to media coverage focused on high-scoring schools and underperforming ones, creating a simplified narrative of successes and failures. However, this can obscure the complexities underlying exam results. While accurate reporting on data trends and statistical highlights remains important, journalists can go beyond superficial headlines and […]
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For journalists caught in the whirlwind of chasing deadlines, hunting sources and crafting headlines, it’s easy to forget the simplest, most potent question in a reporter’s arsenal: the question “Why?” While it might seem obvious, the relentless pursuit of this single word is the difference between reporting and understanding. It’s the key that unlocks context, […]
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Across Africa, faith shapes culture, values and politics. Accurately navigating this complex terrain requires that journalist possess a good understanding of varied beliefs and practices. However, obstacles abound. Many media organisations lack dedicated religion desks, often due to historical sensitivities, concerns about religious law, or a tendency to focus on readily available information like pronouncements […]
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