The Changing face of African Media – The opportunities of public participation

Hosted by: Deutsche Welle

Traditional media in Africa are no longer the only source of information across the continent. Members of the public have increasingly been encouraged to submit their own content as mobile reporters or bloggers. To what extent does this shift towards public participation signify a democratization of conventional media? Should this change be seen as a threat to credible and authentic journalism or as an opportunity to promote transparency among the media establishment?

Panelists:

Tchounkeu, Séverin
CEO, Groupe Equinoxe, Cameroon

Oguntimehin, Jesse
Head Customer Service, Spinlet, Nigeria

De Wit, Pim
Founder and Director, Voices of Africa Media Foundation, The Netherlands

Murage, Wangeci
Head of Business Development, Zuku TV / Wananchi Group, Kenia

Moderation:

Southwood, Russell
CEO, Balancing Act, United Kingdom