PREMIUM TIMES' journalist, 39 other West African journalists complete AI Journalism Fellowship

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PREMIUM TIMES' journalist, 39 other West African journalists complete AI Journalism Fellowship

Forty journalists from West Africa, including a PREMIUM TIMES journalist, have successfully completed a three-month AI Journalism Fellowship organized by FactCheckAfrica. The program focused on integrating artificial intelligence into journalism, enhancing storytelling capabilities, and fostering informed public discourse. Weekly sessions conducted via Zoom brought together participants from various countries, including Nigeria and Cameroon, to explore AI's role in media.

The fellowship emphasized ethical AI practices and the importance of maintaining journalistic integrity in the digital age. Participants engaged in discussions about biases, privacy, and misinformation, highlighting the need for responsible AI use in journalism. The initiative marks a significant step in equipping journalists with the necessary skills to navigate the evolving landscape of AI in media.

• Forty journalists completed a three-month AI Journalism Fellowship.

• The fellowship focused on ethical AI practices in journalism.

Key AI Terms Mentioned in this Article

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

The fellowship explored how AI can enhance storytelling and public discourse in journalism.

Ethical AI

The program emphasized the importance of ethical considerations when integrating AI into journalism.

Data Analysis

Participants learned how to utilize AI for data analysis and visualization in their reporting.

Companies Mentioned in this Article

FactCheckAfrica

The organization played a crucial role in selecting participants for the AI Journalism Fellowship.

Brain Builders Youth Development Initiative

It is the parent organization behind FactCheckAfrica, facilitating the AI Journalism Fellowship.

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