ABSTRACT
This introduction presents an overview of the key concepts discussed in the subsequent chapters of this book. The book urges media practitioners to avoid the use of inflammatory language when covering elections and conflicts. It explores the importance of word choice and news framing as important aspects in the promotion of peace journalism in Africa. The book examines the place of indigenous languages in media outlets located in rural areas. It shows in practical terms how a radio station used its broadcasts to help sow the seeds of peace in northern Uganda, for which it has been widely credited. The book provides a conceptual overview of a Hybrid Peace Journalism (HPJ) in the context of emerging terrorist threats in Kenya. The book proposes information on the several HPJ-related programs at Rongo University, including a master’s degree in media, democracy, peace, and security.
