Al Jazeera Journalism Review
Common Mistakes Made by Television Correspondents
Television correspondents earn trust not by being first or omniscient, but by reporting what they can verify, using images responsibly, resisting performance and speculation, and putting accuracy before speed.
Latest Articles
Will Meta Become a Platform for Disinformation and Conspiracy Theories?
Meta’s decision to abandon third-party fact-checking in favor of Community Notes aligns with Donald Trump’s long-standing criticisms of media scrutiny, raising concerns that the platform will fuel disinformation, conspiracy theories, and political polarization. With support from Elon Musk’s X, major social media platforms now lean toward a "Trumpian" stance, potentially weakening global fact-checking efforts and reshaping the online information landscape.
Charged with Being a Journalist in Sudan
Between the barricades of the conflicting parties, sometimes displaced, and sometimes hiding from bullets, journalist Iman Kamal El-Din lived the experience of armed conflict in Sudan and conveyed to Al-Sahafa magazine the concerns and challenges of field coverage in a time of deception and targeting of journalists.
Sports Photojournalism in Cameroon: A Craft at Risk in the Digital Age
Sports photojournalists in Cameroon face growing challenges, from the rise of mobile photography and content creators to financial struggles, piracy, and a widespread expectation for free images. Despite these obstacles, professionals emphasise the need for innovation, investment in training, and greater respect for their craft to ensure the survival of photojournalism in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
The Occupation’s War on Journalism in the West Bank
Every day here is a turning point; every moment, every step outside the house could mean returning safely—or not. A journalist may be injured or arrested at any time.” This statement by journalist Khaled Bdeir succinctly captures the harsh reality of practicing journalism in the West Bank, particularly after October 7.
From Journalism to Agriculture or “Forced Unemployment” for Sudanese Journalists
How did the war in Sudan push dozens of journalists to change their professions in search of a decent life? In this article, colleague Muhammad Shaarawi recounts the journey of journalists who were forced by war conditions to work in agriculture, selling vegetables, and other professions.
October 7: The Battle for Narratives and the Forgotten Roots of Palestine
What is the difference between October 6th and October 7th? How did the media distort the historical context and mislead the public? Why did some Arab media strip the genocidal war from its roots? Is there an agenda behind highlighting the Israel-Hamas duality in news coverage?
Opinion
Jean-Pierre Afadhali
How to Protect News and Information Integrity During Elections
An analysis of threats to Kenya’s media landscape ahead of the August 2027 elections finds that AI deepfakes, synthetic media, and coordinated online campaigns threaten voter choice and democratic…
Hani Bishr
Docudrama: Aesthetic Narration as an Alternative to the Missing Camera!
The use of drama in documentaries sparks a debate between fears of fabrication and the celebration of filling gaps left by missing visual archives. This hybrid format occupies a middle ground,…
Anas al-Shaara
Moroccan Journalism Between State Support and Market Dominance: Can the “Information Economy” Save the Profession?
Moroccan journalism remains trapped between state dependency and market pressure, and its survival may depend on turning information into sustainable public value rather than cheap content for…
Diaries
Anas al-Sharif: “I am the owner of a cause before I am a journalist”
From documenting the occupation's crimes on social media platforms to covering the war of genocide on Al Jazeera, journalist Anas Al-Sharif defied harsh field conditions and the lenses of snipers. He lost his father and a number of his loved ones, yet he chose to convey the "Palestinian narrative to the world." In this interview, we get to know the face and features of a Palestinian journalist stripped of protection and faithful to the belief that "coverage continues."
In Gaza… Testimonies That Have Not Been Told
Beyond the frontline dangers, reporting during the Israeli war involves enduring arrest, torture, systematic incitement, and assassination. This reality forces journalists into a relentless struggle to keep reporting from the depths of mass displacement, starvation, and a complete breakdown of daily infrastructure.
Journalism in Gaza: A Struggle for Survival
In Gaza, journalism becomes inseparable from the life it documents: reporting continues not from a distance, but from within the same fear, grief, and instability it tries to record.
Reports
Common Mistakes Made by Television Correspondents
Television correspondents earn trust not by being first or omniscient, but by reporting what they can verify, using images responsibly, resisting performance and speculation, and putting accuracy before speed.
Will We Write A Falsified History In The Future?
The digital transition of journalism has exposed a growing archive reliability gap, where online news documents are often subject to fake news, content manipulation, and a lack of verification mechanisms, challenging their role as official historical records.
Editorial Workflow in Television Journalism: From Oversight to Quality
Quality television journalism relies on cohesive teamwork rather than individual multitasking. A functional hierarchy is key, restoring the "gatekeeper" role by verifying facts and shielding the public from fake news and propaganda, especially in complex, high-tension environments.
Nepal’s Deadly Floods Expose a Newsroom Safety Gap
Nepal’s deadly floods exposed a wider South Asian newsroom safety gap, where many journalists are often sent into dangerous assignments without formal risk assessments, adequate training, protective equipment, evacuation plans or mental-health support.
The migrant issue in Libya: did the media pass the test of professionalism?
Libya’s migration debate has become a test of whether the media can report legitimate public concerns without laundering rumours, fuelling hate, or turning vulnerable migrants into scapegoats.
The economics of truth: How Lack of Funding is Compromising Quality Journalism in Africa
Reporting and newsgathering cost money; they require time, patience and experienced personnel. However, globally limited funding is leading to a generally compromised journalism output.
