Thomas Mukhwana
Verified
As seen in:
BBC World,
BBC News Indonesia,
MSN UK,
BBC,
BBC Afrique,
BBC Mundo,
BBC News,
Yahoo Canada,
Yahoo News Australia,
Yahoo News Malaysia,
Yahoo News New Zealand
and
Covers:
Investigative Journalism, fact-checking, Digital Investigations, Health Reporting, and Data Journalism.
Interview
What was your first job as a journalist?
I worked as a business newscaster for our campus radio station at the Multimedia University of Kenya in Nairobi, Kenya.
Have you ever used a typewriter?
No, but I've watched people use it. It seems more hands-on and intense. Would definitely love to try it.
What tools and software do you use to do your job?
I use MeltWater, Vortimo, PyCOORNet, DataWrapper, Flourish, Excel, Gephi, Google Trends, among others.
What's your favorite social network?
Twitter
Who do you wish followed you?
I would like to connect with anyone with a story idea or a tip worth pursuing. Similarly, I am open to collaborations with any journalist.
Why did you become a journalist?
I have a deep passion for storytelling. I seek to present the most accurate picture of a situation, whether good or bad,
What story are you most proud of writing or working on?
Vows to Victims, it's a story about how marital rape is somewhat legal in Kenya as there are no laws outlawing the crime.
When's the best time to pitch you?
I am open to pitches at any time. But mostly at night as I am an owl.
What's your favorite drink?
Tea and a cold Fanta.
When you're not at a computer, where are you most likely to be?
Taking a walk or listening to music.
Aside from your own, what's your favorite publication to read?
The Continent
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