Challenges of Botswana journalism
Friday, July 18, 2008
The passing of Workers' Day on May 1, and Press freedom Day two days later without much fanfare should have raised questions about the state of journalism, which is inextricably tied to that of labour in general.
On the labour end of journalism there is the art and craft of gathering and recording factual information about events for public consumption as close to the time when they happen as possible.
This call is both timely and crucial, as it reflects a growing need for unity and collaboration amongst media bodies to address pressing issues facing the nation.The theme of this year’s Press Freedom Day, “A Press for the Planet: Journalism in the Face of the Environmental Crisis,” resonates deeply with Batswana, particularly in light of the ongoing human and wildlife conflict. Botswana’s rich wildlife population is not only a national...