A phone call had been made to Youmna to personally warn her she was being targeted due to her work as a journalist. Wearing a press vest to identify yourself as a voice for the voiceless people became a target on your back.

Journalists are asking questions around systematic changes to the media as well as the way issues of humanity are reported. Telling a story is no longer enough — you need someone who has lived on the ground to give evidence of crimes against humanity, says Youmna.

Answering my questions regarding her advice for young journalists who fear for their futures, Youmna says we should remember that the PEOPLE in the story are more important than any organisation or institution you work under.

The issue of misinformation and disinformation on social media regarding the Gaza war causes distrust in the media. We need to prove ourselves credible, relevant, and trustworthy more than ever. What differs us from social media influencers or citizens thinking they know it all?

Journalists from all walks of life have come together to commemorate our colleagues whose lives are on the line in Gaza. This community is inspiring.

It was an honour to stand by your side Youmna ElSayed 🎬🎥🇵🇸

I'm currently reporting from Melrose Arch, where multiple pro-Palestine support groups are protesting outside of Glencore Coal Headquarters, the South African mining conglomerate, who are Isreal's 3rd largest coal supplier.

3 years since Babita Deokaran died and the one who ordered the hit is still walking free. Justice truly is a long road💔

Fingers crossed we can go 150 days more!

I think journalists embody this paradox of hate perfectly…

I guess I’m crying again today 🙁

This >>> Misinformation, disinformation, fake news, and no news are all types of propaganda that people unconsciously fall prey to every day.

That’s our boss lady! 👏👏👏

Ramaphosa gives SIU powers to investigate maladministration claims at Transnet buff.ly/3YUlrYo

Here we go again 💀

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Tour These Towns This Heritage Month: a bucket list for South Africa in September By @victoriaxxhill Each province in South Africa boasts a town that is perfect to celebrate your heritage this September and beyond. bit.ly/3N2eYUa #southafrica #travel #heritage

We are with #MissSA this morning, hosted by L'Oreal Paris for a morning of brunching and talking about how #youreworthit. Article coming soon…

Let the show begin…#isuzuxsafw