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Media and Journalism in Africa: Transformations and Challenges
The media landscape across Africa is undergoing rapid and fundametal change. Social and political transformation, new local and global actors, in particular China, as well as the spread of digital and mobile communication technology are re-shaping the media sector and revolutionising the working conditions for journalists.
The focus of this course is on the most important characteristics, developments and continuities of the media sector across Africa. After an overview of the distinct particularities in the history of media in Africa, the course addresses the most recent developments and trends in different countries. Participants engage with the working environment and practical conditions for media production and journalism, and discuss the role of different media – print, radio and TV as well as the digital media – for African societies and politics.
Key themes:
- History and regional specifics of the media in Africa
- Current developments and trends in the media sector
- Digitalization and mobile communication
- Journalism: diversity, economic pressure, and state control
- The fourth estate? The role of the media in African society and politics
The course is planned to take place on-site. However, should the current situation require it, the course will take place online. In that case, class times might change.
情報
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対象読者 | Professionals in private enterprises, public agencies and NGOs who work in Africa or engage with African partners, staff or clients |
主催者 | Centre for African Studies Basel |
イベント言語 |
English German |
参加費用 | CHF 450.00 |
主な講演者 |
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Cooperation partners / sponsors:
Advanced Studies Centre of the University of Basel
Contact:
Pascal Schmid
Centre for African Studies Basel
Rheinsprung 21
4051 Basel
+41 (0)61 207 34 82
Email: pascal.schmid@unibas.ch
場所
Centre for African Studies Basel
Rheinsprung 21
4051 Basel
Switzerland