In this news story, journalist Caroline Katana uncovers why domestic violence cases against women and girls in Kenya still go unsolved and unreported. She speaks to survivors and advocates who are fighting for solutions on the ground. This story is part of the African Women in Media (AWiM) Peace and Security Journalism Programme in partnership…
Journalist Hope Nyimbili reports on the new training journalists in Zambia are receiving when it comes to their safety and social protection reporting. This story is part of the African Women in Media (AWiM) Peace and Security Journalism Programme in partnership with UNESCO, through the IPDC framework.
Women in Zambia have land rights but inequality in land ownership continues to leave them marginalised. Hope Nyimbili hears from Patrick Musole, Executive Director of Zambia Land Alliance to find out how the organisation is helping to bridge the gender gaps in land ownership. This story is part of the African Women in Media (AWiM) Peace…
This story is part of the African Women in Media (AWiM) Peace and Security Journalism Programme in partnership with UNESCO, through the IPDC framework.
Cases of girl child abuse in Zambia are increasing and many go unreported. This has caused great concern over the safety of young girls and women in the country. Hope Nyimbili reports on a recent incident of GBV and investigates where change needs to happen to ensure peace and security for women and girls. This…
In this interview with Funmi Adekoya, Radio Nigeria journalist and General Secretary for Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), speaks on dangers and hazards women Journalists encounter whilst on the job. This story is part of the African Women in Media (AWiM) Peace and Security Journalism Programme in partnership with UNESCO, through the IPDC framework.
The current state of police relations for journalists in Nigeria is strained. The rights of the media are being ignored. Reporter Omowummmy covers this story as she speaks with Tosin Ighoteguono, a reporter from Positive F.M Akure and Abimbola Oyeyemi from Ogun state Police Station. They discuss why the relationship between police officers and journalists…
More journalists in Nigeria are finding themselves with unpaid jobs in the media. Underemployment is becoming a growing issue for media professionals and those aspiring to join the industry. Reporter Omowummy Olaseinde investigates the matter and speaks with Femi Adefila the CEO of Rave 91.7 FM and Western Spring Television who describes what underemployment looks…
Journalists have been attacked severely while covering political events like political campaigns /rallies and elections. Concern over the safety of female political reporters continues to grow in Nigeria. Journalist, Omowumi Olaseinde speaks with Dr. Mutiu Agboke from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and Anu Akomolafe, a veteran political journalist to uncover what solutions need…
Accidents don’t just happen they are caused. This is the assertion made by a gallant, disciplined and result-oriented Female paramilitary officer who has been in the service for over 17 years, Officer Hajara Ibrahim Angulo of the Federal Road Safety Corp FRSC Niger State Sector command. She takes us through her journey into the corp…
View on Zencastr Verah Okeyo is an award-winning journalist, communications manager, and media trainer with over ten years of experience covering global health with a focus on maternal and child health, infectious diseases, and underrepresented communities. In this episode, Verah shares her journey from her childhood to the newsroom while battling with clinical depression. She…
View on Zencastr Qaanitah Hunter is a multiple award-winning journalist and political editor at News24, South Africa. She is the author of ‘Balance of Power: Ramaphosa and the future of South Africa’ and recently co-authored a book called ‘Eight Days in July: Inside the Zuma unrest that set South Africa alight’. In this episode, Qaanitah…
