Giovana Fleck is a journalist. As a reporter, she tells stories in different media about society in general. In 2019, she decided to specialize in data journalism and political journalism outside of Brazil. As a media researcher, she focuses on media education and constructive journalism.
Latest posts by Giovana Fleck
Renowned activist warns against the growing far-right in Portugal
Mamadou Ba draws attention to the shadows of Portugal's colonial past in the face of growing far-right politics
Global Voices seeks researchers from El Salvador to participate in our Civic Media Observatory projects
Researchers should either be based in or have strong knowledge and ongoing access to local information from El Salvador.
Global Voices seeks researchers from Brazil and El Salvador to participate in our Civic Media Observatory projects
Researchers should either be based in or have strong knowledge and ongoing access to local information from these two countries.
Writer suffers threats and intimidation in Mozambique after book publication
The author revealed that he was being threatened anonymously by people who thought that a book with such a title should not be released.
Prolonged detention of activist draws anger in Angola
Among the grounds for suspending the sentence of Tanaice Neutro was his ill health and the fact that he was a first-time offender — but this court ruling was never enforced.
Fuel price increase leads to demonstrations and deaths in Angola
Petrol prices rose from 160 kwanzas to 300 kwanzas per litre (from US$0.26 to US$0.49) following the government's announcement of a gradual withdrawal of gasoline subsidies.
Sino-Brazilian relations in 2023: Will Brazil join the Belt and Road Initiative?
On March 28, Brazil’s president, Lula, will visit China. Experts do not expect that the Belt and Road Intiative might be a topic between the two leaders.
“Black Race Trophy” celebrates anti-racism work in Brazil and beyond
In November 2022, a ceremony was held to award the ''Black Race Trophy'' to celebrate personalities active in the fight against racism and for the Black population.
Students’ haircuts provoke protests in Angolan schools
In response to the controversy, the Ministry of Education of Angola intervened with guidelines advising schools to combat discrimination.
Lawmakers try to bar gender and sexuality education in Brazil, says Human Rights Watch
Of the proposals to ban or even criminalize the key concepts of "gender" and "sexual orientation" in all areas of education, 47 passed and at least 20 were still in effect as of May 2022.
The story of a development project that destroyed a village in Angola
Canal works began in late 2019 and aim to mitigate the effects of drought, lack of rain, and water shortages in Cunene province.
Zé Du, Angolan president who was in power for 38 years, dies in Spain
José Eduardo dos Santos was head of state between 1979 and 2017, having served one of the longest presidential terms in the world.
A Brazilian photographer registers the beauty of favela residents
"I don't want to be just another photographer with a pretty picture, I want to make a difference in the lives of others."
What Bolsonaro's ‘neutrality’ on Russia's invasion of Ukraine means
President Jair Bolsonaro espouses Brazil's neutrality, while Brazil's ambassador to the UN voted in favour of condemning Russia's invasion of Ukraine along with 141 other countries.
Mozambican government websites suffer cyber attack
The hackers posted a ransom request in exchange for the government site data. Officials have not yet identified the perpetrators.
A school book reignites the debate on homosexuality in Mozambique
The Ministry of Education decided to remove the school book from classes, essentially banning discussions of sexual orientation and masturbation in the classroom.
Nigerian citizen is prevented from entering Mozambique, reigniting debate on mobility in Africa
The debate did not go unnoticed by several Mozambicans, who condemned the immigration authorities' actions, showing solidarity with the traveler.
In an election year, press freedom declines in Angola
The media have been hit hard by the government corruption. Numerous television channels have recently come under state supervision after facing suspension for criticizing the government.
Access to healthcare will no longer be denied to Mozambicans because of their clothing
The Ministry of Health (MISAU) issued a statement discouraging health professionals from prohibiting the user's access to the Health Unit (US) due to clothing or other accessories.
Paulina Chiziane, Mozambican writer, wins the Camões Award of 2021
Paulina Chiziane, 66, was born in Manjacaze, Mozambique and studied Linguistics in Maputo. In 33 years, this is the third time that the prize has been awarded to a Mozambican author.
Three graphics that explain Portuguese colonialism
From the occupation of territories to the colonial war, passing through the abolition of slavery, we dismantled some myths of Portuguese colonialism.
