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Investigative journalism as a democratic practice: a Mail & Guardian case study (2002-2003)

“If you have bad news, it is better to report it. It is trying to hide it that causes problems."

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Investigative journalism as a democratic practice: a Mail & Guardian case study (2002-2003): “If you have bad news, it is better to report it. It is trying to hide it that causes problems.". (2022). Communicare: Journal for Communication Studies in Africa, 24(1), 154-170. https://doi.org/10.36615/jcsa.v24i1.1766

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The theme of this article is investigative journalism and the importance of this particular
type of journalism for upholding democratic practices. By giving a theoretical foundation
and by using a case study, the author shows that investigative journalism plays an
important role in furthering democratic ideals and in bringing about change in society

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Investigative journalism as a democratic practice: a Mail & Guardian case study (2002-2003): “If you have bad news, it is better to report it. It is trying to hide it that causes problems.". (2022). Communicare: Journal for Communication Studies in Africa, 24(1), 154-170. https://doi.org/10.36615/jcsa.v24i1.1766

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