Reporting workshops
Practice interviewing, research, fact-checking, writing and mobile journalism with hands-on guidance.
Young journalists, real stories
Stories that bring us closer.
We equip young people with the skills and confidence to report with curiosity, care and courage — and to tell the stories that matter in their communities.
Featured story · Photojournalism
The Power Behind the Lens: Telling Stories with Care
Every photograph tells a story. The best journalism does more than make people look—it helps audiences understand what is happening, why it matters and whose voices deserve to be heard.
For student journalists, a camera is both a creative tool and a responsibility. Before taking a photograph, consider the context: who is in the frame, what the image communicates and whether publishing it could put someone at risk. Ask for consent where appropriate, especially when photographing children or people in vulnerable situations.
Strong photojournalism is honest. Avoid staging events or editing images in ways that change their meaning. Write accurate captions, check names and locations, and give people the dignity of being represented fairly. A powerful image should never come at the cost of someone’s safety or humanity.
At Ushirika Journalism Club, we believe the camera can help communities tell their own stories—not just be subjects in someone else’s. Observe carefully, ask thoughtful questions and use every frame to inform, connect and build understanding.
Look beyond the lens. Tell the truth. Keep people at the heart of every story.
Who we are
Journalism with community at its heart.
Ushirika means togetherness. Our journalism club is a place for aspiring reporters, storytellers, photographers and media makers to learn from one another and create work rooted in the lives of the people around them.
Through practical training, mentorship and collaborative reporting, we help members build strong foundations in ethical journalism and grow a portfolio they can be proud of.
01Learn by doing
02Report with care
03Grow together
What we do
Make your next story count.
Build the craft, confidence and connections to bring important stories into focus.
Community storytelling
Work together to find thoughtful, people-centred stories and share them with the communities they reflect.
Mentorship & portfolio
Get feedback, connect with fellow media makers and build a portfolio that shows how your voice is growing.
Meet the team
The people behind Ushirika.
Meet the student leaders bringing curiosity, care and courage to our club.
Leadership profiles will be published here by the club team.
Your voice belongs here
Come tell stories with us.
Whether you’re picking up a camera for the first time or already writing for your school, there’s room to learn and contribute at Ushirika.
Register your interest and tell us a little about yourself. Our club team will follow up with next steps.
Start your registration ↓Member registration
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Let’s make room for good stories.
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