Nieman Lab | Social media policies are failing journalists

This article takes a deep dive into what newsroom leaders are doing to support and protect their journalists from facing the increasing risks and challenges of social media. Read the article here. 

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International Journalism Network | Non-writing AI tools every journalist should know about

The use of AI technologies is changing the way journalists work, IJN has provided a list of different AI technologies that can help support journalists and their work. Read the article here. 

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The Guardian | Journalists go on trial in Egypt for ‘offending MPs’

Three journalists from Egypt’s last remaining independent news outlet have gone on trial in Cairo on charges of misusing social media and offending members of parliament. Read the article here. 

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IOL | Journalist critical of Togo government reported missing

Journalist Ferdinand Ayite who has been under investigation since December 2021, has been missing for days. Ayite who was scheduled for a court appearance, has not been seen by his family and colleages since he left his home to run errands.  Read the article here.  

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