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1 day ago · The study, titled The Cost of Media Stereotypes to Africa, was conducted by Africa No Filter, ... fuelled by stereotypical narratives in global media, could be costing the continent up to $4.2 ...
2 days ago · PICTURE: Nothing Ahead/Pexels Africa No Filter ‘The Cost of Media Stereotypes to Africa’ study has found that biased media coverage, particularly during electoral periods, is a significant cost burden, with African nations paying $4.2-billion on debt servicing alone. The study found this ultimately deters foreign direct investment (FDI) on the continent, which is […]
1 day ago · Beyond Africa, Freedom on the Net 2024 found that global internet freedom declined for the 14th consecutive year. Governments in at least 25 of the 72 countries under analysis cut off internet access, restricted access to social media platforms, or blocked websites hosting political, social, and religious speech during electoral periods, often with the intention of shaping the results.
2 days ago · Africa is at a turning point in the changing global digital landscape. Although the continent's population is young and dynamic, advancement is hampered by a wide digital gap. The divide between those who have access to digital technology and those who do not threatens fair growth and development. A coordinated effort by all parties involved—governments, big technology companies, media ...
5 days ago · Media portrayal of Africa is still primarily negative despite some progress in the past 20 years. Negative stories continue to dominate media coverage of Africa, impacting politics, international participation, and economic possibilities. Africa loses an estimated $4.2 billion a year due to inaccurate representations in Western media.
4 days ago · Abstract. This chapter aims at understanding the roles of media and politics in Africa, how media promote politics in Africa, and the challenges this presents in African states that have either full democracies, flawed democracies, hybrid regimes, or authoritarian regimes. It utilizes the development media theory to highlight the role of the ...
6 days ago · THE study highlights the significant cost burden that biased media coverage imposes on African nations, particularly during electoral periods, ultimately deterring foreign direct investment (FDI) in a continent known for its low default rates and high returns in strategic sectors.
