Sanef condemns attacks on journalists by looters

“Sanef is relieved that both Mametela and Naidoo weren’t harmed but we are concerned that journalists are more frequently being attacked – and more frequently being caught in the cross-fire of violent attacks,” said the organisation.

“Sanef believes that it is essential that violent protests and looting are covered – and covered in-depth – so that citizens understand the reasons behind the looting, the triggers and ultimately how to stop this in the future. However, simultaneously, media companies need to make sure that journalists are protected. Journalists need to be given the tools, strategies and necessary training.”

The organisation believes that journalists need to be given trauma counselling and have thus offered their support to media companies in an effort to enable them to provide training and support to ensure the safety of journalists. “Also, Sanef believes that it is essential that members of the public are educated to understand the role of the media in covering stories – including the role of the media in covering protests, incidents of violence, looting and so forth.

Source: Car News Wire (carnewswire.net)

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