It is important to note that while there may be some journalists in Africa who do not fulfill their role of informing the public and holding those in power accountable, it is not fair to generalize and say that all journalists in Africa are like this. There are many dedicated and hardworking journalists in Africa who strive to uncover the truth and report on important issues.
That being said, it is true that some journalists in Africa may compromise their journalistic integrity by accepting bribes or other forms of financial or material support from politicians or other powerful individuals. This can lead to biased reporting and a failure to hold those in power accountable for their actions.
One reason why some journalists in Africa may be susceptible to such behavior is because of the challenging economic environment in which they operate. Many media organizations in Africa struggle to stay afloat due to limited resources and a lack of financial support. In such an environment, journalists may feel pressure to accept financial support from politicians or other sources in order to keep their jobs and continue reporting.
However, it is important for journalists to maintain their independence and integrity in order to fulfill their crucial role in society. Journalists have a responsibility to report the truth, hold those in power accountable, and serve as watchdogs for the public. When journalists compromise this role by accepting bribes or other forms of financial support, they do a disservice to their profession and to society as a whole.
In Kenya, particularly in Garissa county, some politician oppress journalists in Garissa Town,while others are spoiled in a manner that’s unprofessional,they enjoy huge amount of salary from top powerful politician in the national government.
In Garissa there are no autonomous, free, and independent journalists who can air the socio-economic, discrimination, scarcity of water and irresponsibility of elected politicians .
Good and free journalism should be voice of voiceless and challenge elected politicians, not just pleasing them and depending handouts from powerful politician from national government
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