The use of social media to uplift voices and stories, create awareness, and build and strengthen relationships creates a space for organisations, activists, and citizens to demand justice. Many social justice campaigns have benefited from the involvement of celebrities who have used their large social media following to amplify social justice issues. Zimbabwean filmmaker Takunda Mafundikwa’s video presentation illustrates how recent social justice campaigns like #FeesMustFall and #EndSARS have gained traction from the involvement of celebrities like Drake, Burna Boy and others. He narrates how a new generation has emerged who are ready to challenge the status quo.
Dashing all hope …
Media freedom in Zimbabwe has been on a downward spiral since the mid-90s. The Covid-19 health pandemic added another dimension to an already treacherous environment, consequently further restricting independent journalism and making it even more challenging for...