Stories about Media & Journalism from October, 2024
Understanding lingering poverty and malnutrition in the aftermath of Sri Lanka's economic crisis
" ... [D]espite economic expansion, poverty and vulnerability levels are elevated, food insecurity is widespread, and health outcomes have deteriorated."
Kathmandu's floods expose a deepening garbage crisis
The recent Kathmandu floods swept the city's garbage — cloth, Styrofoam, plastic bottles — across ruined pavements and embankments, raising serious concerns about the growing garbage crisis in the capital.
Papuan news outlet Jubi attacked with Molotov bomb
"If press freedom continues to be intimidated, what's at stake is not only the right of journalists, but also the public's right to obtain information that is truthful, and balanced."
Connecting continents through news: Interview with Marie Mbullu, a ‘digital ambassador for Africa’
Marie Mbullu’s content on TikTok has driven real-world impact, sparking conversations, influencing perceptions, and even connecting innovators with resources and opportunities.
History or productivity? Jamaica erupts over national holiday proposal
“Comfort and convenience cannot be our response to the deaths and atrocities of the Middle Passage.”
How not to dethrone an authoritarian leader: The case of Turkey’s Erdoğan
What explains Erdogan's prolonged hold on power, despite dire economics and increasing authoritarian and unpopular rule? Society-wide aversion to political activism and suspicion towards criticism of the government.
The quest for European visas in Africa: A financial gamble
Thousands of African citizens try their luck on the legal immigration pathways to Europe but fail. This situation has created a black market where intermediaries sell visa interview appointments.
#FreeMechDara: Journalist who reported on cyber scams arrested in Cambodia
“The arrest of Mech Dara is a clear attempt to intimidate and silence him and other journalists in a country where press freedoms are routinely curtailed.”
Outrage over an attack on Senegalese politician Guy Marius Sagna in Togo
A Senegalese politician was attacked during a conference that a Togolese opposition party held in Togo. This country is becoming increasingly intolerant of even the mildest form of public criticism.
Beyond the crisis narratives, there is much beauty, strength and resilience in the Sahelian story
As a response to ongoing challenges, the campaign aims to amplify the voices of those who call the Sahel home, and "tell a story of potential, resilience, and ingenuity."
Terrorist threats loom ahead of SCO summit in Pakistan
The increase in terrorist attacks since 2013 is linked to the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), with groups such as the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) perceiving China as a colonial force.
How the news goes viral in Uzbekistan
People often turn to bloggers for help with social issues or unjust circumstances when government agencies fail to provide solutions.
Miya Muslims of Assam, India, face eviction, threats, and oppression
The right-wing government in the Indian state of Assam, led by Himanta Biswa Sarma, has intensified its targeting of Bengali Muslims, also known as Miyas.
Where are the leaders of Hong Kong’s 2014 Umbrella Movement now?
HKFP updates the whereabouts of Twelve leaders of 2014 Umbrellas Movement. They are Joshua Wong, Nathan Law, Benny Tai, Chan Kin-Man, Chu Yiu-ming, Alex Chow, Tanya Chan and more...
Hong Kong police told a US tech firm to take down diaspora media site on national security grounds
Flow HK's editor said police suspected the media outlet of committing offences including secession, subversion, and collusion under the Beijing-imposed security law, as well as sedition under Article 23.
Nepal floods: Festival joy turns to devastation amid unprecedented tragedy
Ahead of Nepal's Dashain festival on October 3, devastating floods and landslides in late September resulted in at least 219 fatalities, transforming the celebrations into a profound national tragedy.
Women in Africa’s mining industry: A documentary by Aïssatou Fofana
Mining is generally considered a gendered and male-dominated profession. However, many African women now work in this fast-growing industry.