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West African Journalists Demand Focus on HIV, TB, Malaria

6/24/2025

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Health journalists in West Africa voiced their frustrations at a Thomson Reuters Foundation workshop, highlighting the overshadowing of critical HIV, TB, and malaria stories by sensational outbreaks. They called for fresh storytelling approaches and partnerships with community groups to amplify these vital health issues, stressing the importance of engaging pitches to keep the public informed and aware.

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Story summary

Health journalists in West Africa voiced their frustrations at a Thomson Reuters Foundation workshop, highlighting the overshadowing of critical HIV, TB, and malaria stories by sensational outbreaks. They called for fresh storytelling approaches and partnerships with community groups to amplify these vital health issues, stressing the importance of engaging pitches to keep the public informed and aware.