Africa: First investigative journalism association launched

Africa's first continental association of investigative journalists has been established at a specially convened 'brain-storming' conference in South Africa. The new Forum for African Investigative Reporters network will function as an independent professional association of working journalists who are committed to improving pan-African reporting standards and access to information. FAIR's founding members have committed the organisation to promoting effective, ethical and original investigative reporting. Anyone interested in commenting on the initiative, contacting the steering committee, or contributing to FAIR should email interim co-ordinator Evelyn Groenink on [email protected].