Online AI Reporting Workshop for African Journalists (English/French)
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Summary
This is a workshop announcement for an online training session on reporting about artificial intelligence, specifically geared toward journalists based in Africa. The training is supported by Africa Check, will be conducted in English with French translation, and is designed for reporters with minimal or no AI knowledge. It covers how to develop AI accountability stories, from quick-turnaround pieces to in-depth investigations. Instructors are Khari Johnson and Sushmita.
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We will dissect what makes a good AI accountability story, from quick turnaround stories to more ambitious investigations.
This workshop is geared toward journalists based in Africa.
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