AJOP continues to build and enhance the capacity of journalists to report on EACOP effectively

Wednesday, March 11th, 2026 | By

The Albertine Journalists’ Platform, in collaboration with National Association of Professional Environmentalists (NAPE) and Community Green Radio, organized a media capacity enhancement training “Basics of Reporting and Documenting Stories on EACOP Impacts.

The workshop was held at Atkon Hotel, Kiboga, on Monday, 9th March, with media practitioners from different media houses from the Albertine region such Paradigm FM, KDR FM, KKCR FM, Liberty FM, Spice FM, Kazzi Njema and Community Green Radio, participated.

The workshop was aimed at equiping journalists with the basics of reporting and documenting stories on the impacts of the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP).

John Kibego from Kazzi Njema, who facilitated the training, reminded journalists about the basics of news writing and reporting, stressing the importance of accuracy, balance, fairness, clarity, and timeliness.

He stressed getting both sides of the story before diving in, emphasizing the need for balance and fairness.

Journalists explored the East African Crude Oil Pipeline’s environmental risks, impacted areas, and possible solutions, among other key issues.

Kagali Henry, the guest of honor and Mayor of Kiboga Town Council, thanked the Community, Green Radio and NAPE for hosting such a impactful workshop that equipped journalists with vital skills.

He urged journalists to prioritize fairness and balance in their reporting, ensuring accurate and impartial storytelling.

The Albertine Journalists’ Platform (AJOP) was formed by Community Green Radio in collaboration with   National Association of Professional Environmentalists (NAPE), aiming to empower journalists from the Albertine region.

It involves media houses such as liberty FM, spice, Paradigm FM, KDR FM, KKCR, Liberty FM, Spice FM, Kazzi Njema and Community Green Radio all from the Albertine region.