by Claire Lowen | Nov 20, 2007 | Toolkit
Well, the short answer is quite free. Indeed, freedom of expression which is the core value of a free press is not only highly valued but also given free rein in SA. But quite free does not mean completely free, far from it and, in practice, there is a caveat...
by Claire Lowen | Nov 20, 2007 | Toolkit
CARRYING-OUT an investigative project in Zimbabwe at the moment is very complex considering the difficult legislative framework, political and economic environment and the general social climate created by the prevailing situation. It is now common cause that Zimbabwe...
by Claire Lowen | Jun 7, 2007 | Toolkit
CHAPTER III INVESTIGATING OFFICIALS CHECKING ASSETS, LIFESTYLES, BEHAVIOR, AND CONFLICTS OF INTEREST SHEILA S. CORONEL Corruption takes place because individuals who have been entrusted with power take liberties with the law and with the public purse. Pursuing the...
by Claire Lowen | Jun 7, 2007 | Toolkit
CHAPTER II DETECTING AND DOCUMENTING CORRUPTION AN OVERVIEW OF INVESTIGATIVE TECHNIQUES AND STRATEGIES SHEILA S. CORONEL Corruption is everyday stuff in the media. Newspapers and radio and television programs regularly churn out allegations of malfeasance committed by...
by Claire Lowen | Jun 6, 2007 | Toolkit
The PCIJ’s award-winning investigation of the unexplained wealth of President Estrada employed many of the techniques described in this chapter. The findings of the investigation were published as news reports in major newspapers and aired as 10- to...
by Claire Lowen | May 30, 2007 | Toolkit
CAR course descriptions* What is CAR? Why is Computer Assisted Reporting a crucial part of reporting. Why should journalists be interested in learning new skills? And what can participants expect to learn during the course of the 2007 PRW CAR workshops? An overview of...
