Fatshimetrie, October 11, 2024 – During a prestigious conference held at the library of the Wallonie Bruxelles center in Gombe, Kinshasa, renowned experts discussed the evolution of journalists in a context marked by technological advances and social changes. The reflection on the adaptation of information professionals to the new challenges of their profession was at the heart of the discussions.
Patient Ligodi, an emblematic figure of the online press with Actualité.cd, stressed the importance for journalists to evolve at the same time as technology and society. He recalled that if the fundamentals of journalism are taught at university, it is essential for practitioners to adapt to the tools and technologies available. In a world where smartphones have become essential tools for the dissemination of information, journalists must juggle these new media to remain relevant and effective.
The integration of artificial intelligence and the exploitation of social networks have been identified as major levers for modernizing journalistic practice. Ligodi stressed that media that have embraced these new technologies have been able to stand out and remain competitive in a constantly changing market. He highlighted the need for press professionals to continue to train and improve themselves to meet current and future challenges.
For Pierre Nsana, Professor at the University of Information and Communication Sciences (Unisic), this conference was an opportunity to bring together industry players to anticipate future changes in the field of journalism. He called for collective reflection on the issues related to the use of artificial intelligence and new social media, inviting teachers, researchers and professionals to prepare for these inevitable changes.
In conclusion, the evolution of journalists in a world marked by technology and society is a major but stimulating challenge. By embracing innovations and continually training, information professionals will be able to maintain the integrity of their profession while meeting the demands of a constantly changing world. Fatshimetrie is thus positioning itself as a key player in this transformation, ready to take on the challenges of modern journalism.