The passing on of veteran journalist Philip Ochieng less than a week to this year’s World Press Freedom Day offers an opportunity to reflect on the profession that touches every aspect of our lives. Are we building a reading culture that ensures we produce discerning journalists who can truly educate society? And there is no better training for a writer than reading widely, as Philip Ochieng taught us. Well-read journalists also inspire media literacy among the general population which is key in ensuring this year’s World Press Freedom Day theme of information as a public good. A well-educated journalist, such as what Philip Ochieng’ epitomised, is a strong pillar of democracy and development.

Source: The Star May 03, 2021 06:33 UTC