Tanzania
4.4

Gender mainstreaming is promoted in terms of equal
participation of both sexes n the production process.

ANALYSIS:
There are some positive signs regarding the participation of both
sexes in the production process. Tanzania has women directors in
both television and radio services. The MISA Tanzania Chapter is
headed by a woman.
Most women journalists, still, seem to be covering social issues. The
Tanzania Media Woman Association (TAMWA) is, among other things,
working towards capacity building for women in journalism.
SCORES:
Individual scores:

3, 4, 2, 3, 3, 2, 3, 3, 2, 3

Average score:

2.8

4.5

Gender mainstreaming is reflected in the editorial content.

ANALYSIS:
Journalists are generally free to write what they want and editors
only check their stories to make sure they are accurate and balanced.
According to a GenderLinks study conducted in Tanzania (2006), 20%
of social issues are covered by women while men concentrate on
political and economic issues. Only 2% of news covered by 16 media
houses deal with HIV and gender issues.

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African Media Barometer - Tanzania 2006

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