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A Free And Fair Media Starts With Us, Says One Young Leader In South Sudan

A Free And Fair Media Starts With Us, Says One Young Leader In South Sudan

“In South Sudan, the media plays a pivotal role in enhancing the peace processes and in promoting harmony in the conflict-torn country. It’s disseminated important information about the peace agreements and provided a platform for discussion,” Margaret says. Equipped with accurate information about the state’s peace process, Margaret explains, she and her peers were better able to not only follow national developments but also to raise important questions and voice their concerns in an open forum.

Meet The Journalist Holding A Mirror Up To Society In Mauritius

Meet The Journalist Holding A Mirror Up To Society In Mauritius

Journalism is about telling stories,” Djemillah says. “It’s holding a mirror up to society and giving meaning to what we see.”The media plays a very important role in Mauritius. It serves as a balance, a force holding those in power accountable.”Djemillah divides her time between reporting and running a handful of NGOs, all rooted in a commitment to equality and communal development.”