The truth, the missing link in the parachute journalism drop
This article critically re-examines the role and responsibilities of African media in covering recent protest marches in South Africa. It argues that a 'parachute journalism' approach, similar to the 1980s, has led to predictable, biased, and monotonous reporting that misses the true context of the protests.
This article critically re-examines the role and responsibilities of African media in covering recent protest marches in South Africa. It argues that a 'parachute journalism' approach, similar to the 1980s, has led to predictable, biased, and monotonous reporting that misses the true context of the protests.
