African Journalism Studies
Scope & Guideline
Unveiling the dynamics of media practices in Africa.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Media Representation and Social Justice:
The journal explores how media representations affect marginalized communities and social justice issues, emphasizing the role of journalism in advocating for equity and justice. - Digital and Indigenous Media Practices:
It examines the intersection of digital technologies and traditional media, particularly how indigenous languages and local contexts shape journalism practices and audience engagement. - Crisis Reporting and Misinformation:
The focus includes the challenges and strategies of reporting during crises (e.g., health pandemics, political unrest), with a particular emphasis on misinformation and fact-checking. - Journalism Education and Training:
Analysis of journalism education practices in Africa, looking at how training adapts to the evolving media landscape and the preparation of students for a rapidly changing industry. - Political Economy of Media:
Investigates the relationships between media practices and political dynamics, including issues of censorship, regulation, and the influence of political actors on media narratives.
Trending and Emerging
- Misinformation and Media Literacy:
There is a growing emphasis on studying misinformation and media literacy, especially in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic, as journalists and audiences navigate the complexities of digital news consumption. - Environmental Journalism:
An emerging focus on environmental issues and climate justice highlights the importance of media in shaping narratives around ecological crises, particularly in the context of African nations. - Community Journalism and Citizen Engagement:
Research increasingly explores the role of community journalism and citizen engagement, emphasizing grassroots journalism practices and their impact on local narratives. - Digital Transformation and Journalism:
The impact of digital transformation on journalism practices is being extensively studied, revealing how technology reshapes news production and consumption in African contexts. - Decolonial Perspectives in Journalism:
There is a rising interest in decolonial approaches to journalism, examining how historical legacies influence contemporary media practices and advocating for more inclusive narratives.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Media Critique:
There has been a noticeable decline in the focus on traditional media critiques, possibly overshadowed by the rise of digital platforms and the need to address newer forms of media engagement. - Historical Journalism Analysis:
Research centered on the historical analysis of journalism practices appears to be waning, as contemporary issues and immediate challenges take precedence over historical investigations. - Ethics in Journalism:
Discussions surrounding ethical journalism practices, while still relevant, have seen a reduction in frequency, suggesting a shift towards more pressing contemporary issues such as digital misinformation. - Global Comparisons of Journalism Models:
The comparative studies of African journalism with global models have decreased, indicating a more localized focus on African contexts rather than drawing parallels with global trends. - Cultural Studies of Journalism:
The intersection of cultural studies and journalism has seen a decline, as the journal increasingly prioritizes empirical and practice-oriented research over theoretical cultural critiques.
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