World Press Freedom Day: FAJ harps on responsible AI use

As we mark World Press Freedom Day, the Federation of African Journalists (FAJ) rightly emphasizes the need for responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to protect journalism in Africa.

The theme, “Reporting in the Brave New World: The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Press Freedom and the Media,” highlights the challenges and opportunities AI presents for journalism.

Unregulated AI can compromise journalistic ethics, editorial independence, and critical voices.

Automated content generation can undermine human judgment, displacing community-driven narratives.

AI-powered disinformation threatens to flood public spaces with manipulated content, making fact-fact verification crucial.

The FAJ urges investment in journalist training, focusing on digital literacy and AI competence.

Public education is also essential to build trust in credible journalism and resist manipulation.

We stand in solidarity with journalists working under intense pressure and danger, particularly in conflict-ridden countries.

Let’s defend press freedom and promote media innovation that is both ethical and inclusive.

We must ensure AI serves journalism, not suppresses it.

Let’s work together to safeguard African journalism and define the future of press freedom.

On this World Press Freedom Day, we express solidarity with journalists facing challenges and dangers.

We commend their courage, resilience, and commitment to truth, empowerment, and democracy. Press freedom must endure and define its future in the age of AI.

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