Breaking Barriers: Mercy Mangwana Nyamhunga on amplifying voices and addressing GBV

by Rebaona Modutwane | Dec 11, 2024 | News and Insights

Earning trust in the digital age: How journalists navigate social media platforms

by Rebaona Modutwane | Dec 9, 2024 | News and Insights

Scroll less, connect more: A new study shows how to make social media work for you

by The Conversation Africa | Dec 9, 2024 | News and Insights

State of the Newsroom 2024: challenges, innovations, and the future of journalism

by Rebaona Modutwane | Nov 29, 2024 | News and Insights

How ethical are South Africa’s news media? We studied public complaints to the press council to find out

by The Conversation Africa | Nov 26, 2024 | News and Insights

EntreprenHER grant highlights community-focused media and women leadership

by Rebaona Modutwane | Nov 19, 2024 | News and Insights

Africa is losing billions because of negative media stereotypes – study  

by Aarti Bhana | Oct 30, 2024 | News and Insights

This negative media bias increases the perceived risk of investing in Africa, even when political risks are comparable to those in other regions.

News influencers are shaping the media in the digital age

by Aarti Bhana | Oct 25, 2024 | News and Insights

The rise of social media has buoyed news influencers and is helping them stay more relevant, but it raises questions about the veracity of their views and the news.

SA media needs more support

by Aarti Bhana | Sep 29, 2024 | News and Insights, Story

South African media publications are strained and under-resourced and democracy suffers this most.

An elections guide for journalists

by Aarti Bhana | Sep 27, 2024 | News and Insights, Story

fray College and Africa No Filter have partnered to develop a guide for African journalists covering elections.

How to follow the story

by Aarti Bhana | Sep 21, 2024 | News and Insights, Story

Some stories can unravel and others have a dead-end. It’s important to know when to keep going and when to stop.

Travel Journalism: The good, the bad, and the ugly

by Aarti Bhana | Sep 14, 2024 | News and Insights, Story

Travel journalism can be challenging and before stepping into this world of wander, travel and journalism, it’s important that you think through all the possible scenarios. 

Journalists in Cameroon at risk ahead of elections

by Aarti Bhana | Aug 30, 2024 | News and Insights, Story

Cameroon heads to elections in 2025 and journalists are already being subjected to attacks while the media itself is being censored.

New law threatens press freedom in Somalia 

by Aarti Bhana | Aug 23, 2024 | News and Insights

The Official Information Bill (OIB) is designed to control the dissemination of information to the public.

Taking a mental health break

by Aarti Bhana | Aug 22, 2024 | News and Insights

Journalism can be emotionally and physically taxing, and poor self care can compromise your work.

Equality in the SA media

by Aarti Bhana | Aug 8, 2024 | News and Insights

Transformation, safety and equality are some things women journalists seek.

What makes a good sports read 

by Aarti Bhana | Jul 30, 2024 | News and Insights, Story

It’s the basics of story-telling and a little more.

Reflecting on media coverage post-elections

by Aarti Bhana | Jul 23, 2024 | News and Insights

Misinformation campaigns painted the IEC as a major enemy during South Africa’s recent elections.

Enhancing your reporting on the climate 

by Aarti Bhana | Jul 16, 2024 | News and Insights, Story

It’s a timeless skill that’s needed now more than ever.

Getting into sports journalism

by Aarti Bhana | Jul 7, 2024 | News and Insights, Story

Breaking into sports journalism can be exciting but highly competitive, here are some tips on how to take the first step.