Persecution of scribes a threat to democracy
The capacity of journalists to effectively play their watchdog role is predicated upon their ability to investigate issues and report them without fear of intimidation, harassment, arrest, persecution or prosecution.
By George Nyabuga 7 years ago
Persecution of scribes a threat to democracy
Media ought to play a more effective watchdog
The wretched of the earth deserve better and the media can play a greater role by highlighting their issues, covering their misery and putting pressure on the authorities to do better.
By George Nyabuga 7 years ago
Media ought to play a more effective watchdog
To promote inclusivity, media must be gender-sensitive
It is important for the media to play a leading role in promoting a fair, and inclusive society where nobody is discriminated against and/or ignored.
By George Nyabuga 7 years ago
To promote inclusivity, media must be gender-sensitive
Are presidential debates necessary?
The moderators should have the courage to call the bluff of candidates unable to articulate issues concisely, clearly and persuasively
By George Nyabuga 7 years ago
Are presidential debates necessary?
Media should not be fooled by those seeking elective posts
Should we judge people based on their media preparedness and can such preparedness and priming help us make sense of their values?
By George Nyabuga 7 years ago
Media should not be fooled by those seeking elective posts
Media must educate us about political office
In a country replete and, unfortunately, obsessed with politics, it is important for the media to offer information, analyses and understanding of people running for political offices.
By George Nyabuga 7 years ago
Media must educate us about political office
Celebrating the media in a difficult political environment
The World Press Freedom Day on May 3 should give us an opportunity to reflect on the challenges facing the media as well as celebrate the role of journalism
By George Nyabuga 7 years ago
Celebrating the media in a difficult political environment
There is urgent need to deal with corruption in the media
However, as we approach the elections, and given the intense competition for media space, there is wont to be increased accusations of corruption in the media.
By George Nyabuga 7 years ago
There is urgent need to deal with corruption in the media
Journalism in age of obscenity
The story failed the ethical journalism test because it showed the faces and thus revealed the identity of the victims who claimed they had been forced into the sexual acts for survival
By George Nyabuga 7 years ago
Journalism in age of obscenity
TV stations should rethink use of opinion polls or ask better questions
One of the most popular ways of encouraging viewer participation in Kenya is through opinion poll question asked in main news bulletins across all television stations
By George Nyabuga 7 years ago
TV stations should rethink use of opinion polls or ask better questions
TV stations should rethink the use of opinion polls or ask more meaningful questions
Interactive television is now a common feature in Kenya.
By George Nyabuga 7 years ago
TV stations should rethink the use of opinion polls or ask more meaningful questions
When gate-keepers fail, their media houses lose credibility
The major difference between online and offline media is that the former is interactive and thus attractive to (inter)active audiences keen to comment on or participate in conversations about content.
By George Nyabuga 7 years ago
When gate-keepers fail, their media houses lose credibility
Why choice of topics and guests is a tricky affair for TV hosts
The period leading to the August 8 General Election is likely to be interesting and problematic.
By George Nyabuga 7 years ago
Why choice of topics and guests is a tricky affair for TV hosts
From Diana to Odingas, the big dilemma while covering public figures
It is often said that there is a thin line between the private and public lives of politicians and their families. This is especially critical in the media where elite people in society are wont to make news.
By George Nyabuga 7 years ago
From Diana to Odingas, the big dilemma while covering public figures
Sensational online platforms put top newspaper brands at risk
Media houses in Kenya are grappling with multiple challenges, some of which have serious consequences on journalism and the values that underpin it.
By George Nyabuga 7 years ago
Sensational online platforms put top newspaper brands at risk
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