Transparency Talks

In this episode of Transparency Talks, host Winston Mwale talks to Guillaume Moulaert, the veteran

journalist now training the next generation at the University of Georgia's Investigative Media Lab.

In this episode of Transparency Talks, Winston Mwale speaks to Jonathan Rozen, a Senior Researcher at the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ).

Since joining CPJ in 2017, Jonathan has dedicated his efforts to advocating for press freedom in Sub-Saharan Africa.

He has led crucial reporting trips, investigated the use of surveillance technology against journalists, and tackled pressing issues like impunity for crimes against the press.

Join us as we delve into Jonathan's invaluable insights and experiences, highlighting the ongoing struggle for truth and transparency in journalism today.

In this episode of Transparency Talks, host Winston Mwale engages in a compelling conversation with Dr. Alexa Koenig, the Co-Faculty Director of the Human Rights Center at UC Berkeley School of Law. Dr. Koenig brings an impressive background in human rights and law to the table, showcasing her extensive expertise in these critical areas.

As a leader at the forefront of integrating emerging technologies with human rights investigations, Dr. Koenig shares her insights on how innovation is shaping the future of justice and accountability.

Her work at the Human Rights Center exemplifies the powerful intersection of technology and human rights advocacy, making this discussion particularly relevant for anyone interested in the evolving landscape of human rights.

In this episode of Transparency Talks, host Winston Mwale engages in a conversation with Oleg Khomenok, a distinguished member of GIJN's Board of Directors. Khomenok, who serves as a Senior Media Adviser at Internews Network, brings over 25 years of expertise to the table. His extensive career encompasses journalism, media education, and the management of high-impact investigative reporting and media support projects.

Khomenok's deep understanding of the post-Soviet media landscape, shaped by decades of hands-on experience, provides valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities in this complex region. Through his various roles, he has significantly contributed to the field, making him a vital figure in the world of journalism and media education.

How do investigative journalists navigate obstacles and facilitate impactful cross-border investigations? 

Tune in as Yaffa Fredrick from the Center for Collaborative Investigative Journalism discusses oversight reporting that has uncovered wrongdoing and driven accountability in Africa.

On this episode of Transparency Talks, Host Winston Mwale sits down with journalist Ismail Einashe to discuss his new book "Strangers" and explore the intersections of journalism, art, and the human stories of migration and resilience.

On this episode of Transparency Talks, our host Winston Mwale goes behind the scenes with two trailblazing investigative journalists, Carolyn Thompson and Arthur Arnold Wadero.

Carolyn shares insights from her groundbreaking "Forced Out" project in South Sudan, which combined mobile phone data, statistical analysis, and satellite imagery to expose a humanitarian crisis.

Meanwhile, Arthur discusses his courageous reporting on discrimination against people with dreadlocks in Uganda, detailing the personal accounts and challenges he faced in pursuing this important story.

Join Dr. Aisha Mohammed-Oyebode on the #TransparencyTalks Podcast with host Winston Mwale.

As co-founder of #BringBackOurGirls and CEO of the Murtala Muhammed Foundation, Dr. Aisha brings over 20 years of expertise in championing the rights and development of women and girls.

On this episode of Transparency Talks, Winston Mwale is joined by Ruth Hopkins, an award-winning investigative journalist with over 20 years of experience uncovering wrongdoing and human rights abuses around the world.

Ruth pulls back the curtain on her groundbreaking work, from exposing torture in South African prisons to founding a global network investigating private security companies.

Hannah Uguru is an award-winning producer and researcher with a strong background in journalism.

She is skilled in using video, text, audio and images to story-tell and has worked on creative content for personal projects with media platforms such as Spotify and HuffPost. She has also secured brand deals and partnerships with companies like the MOBOs and CNN.