Marcia Mascoll
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Interview
Have you ever used a typewriter?
yes
What does it mean to be a journalist?
A someone who can help to inform, education and entertain whilst telling the factual story. And remaining impartial.
What's the funniest news-related #hashtag you've seen?
#community service
Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?
NO
What story are you most proud of writing or working on?
The transition of power in Zimbabwe if really had to pick one.
What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?
Never give up, check and double your facts, keep colleagues and contributors update. Be polite and most of all be kind to everyone
When's the best time to pitch you?
Anytime even if the story is not relevant at the time because if the pitch is good it will get commissioned
When you're not at a computer, where are you most likely to be?
Prior to lockdown, Travelling, going out, cinema and theatre and the swimming pool. Now cycling, walking keeping fit and being realistic.
Aside from your own, what's your favorite publication to read?
The Guardian Newspaper and Galdem
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