Peter Mwaura

Dec 5, 2024 | nation.africa | Peter Mwaura

James Kihuria has charged a Nation article with disguising advertising as news. The article, published on Nation.Africa on December 1, is headlined “Memories of colonial Kenya at Nyahururu resort fancy getaway.” Yes, the article appears to have elements of disguised advertising for the Nyahururu Panari Resort. It highlights the resort’s features, amenities and the allure of the location. It does this in an evocative manner that promotes the resort as an ideal getaway.

Nov 28, 2024 | nation.africa | Peter Mwaura

Last week’s article about Zawadi Charo, a factory worker who saved 40 per cent of her Sh5,000 monthly salary to buy land, was inspiring. The article highlights Zawadi's resilience and determination in pursuit of financial independence despite challenging circumstances. It is headlined “Zawadi Charo: The factory worker who never earned above Sh5,000 but owns land in Kilifi” (Nation.Africa, Nov. 19, 2024).

Nov 28, 2024 | nation.africa | Peter Mwaura

Readers questioned why the Nation didn’t name the judges accused of misconduct in the story on the three-billion shilling Juja land dispute. The non-identification of the judges raises crucial issues about transparency, accountability and the principles of due process in journalistic reporting. The Nation story is headlined “Why 10 judges face ouster over Sh3bn land feud” (Daily Nation, Nov. 25, 2024).

Nov 21, 2024 | nation.africa | Peter Mwaura

We now know a little bit, in advance, about the factors that will likely influence the presidential elections in 2027. Thanks to the Nation Monday story, “2027: Matiang’i banks on team that won Botswana elections.” The story, however, provides minimal information. What we know so far is that former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i has hired Dickens & Madson to support his presidential bid. The foreign firm will lobby foreign entities and provide media and public relations services.

Nov 14, 2024 | nation.africa | Peter Mwaura

Framing refers to the way information is presented in media, particularly in newspaper articles, which can significantly influence public perception and interpretation. It involves selecting certain aspects of a story and emphasizing them, while downplaying or omitting others. It also involves the phrasing of headlines. The framing process shapes how readers understand an issue, guiding their thoughts, feelings, and reactions.