The weight behind the headline: A journalist on truth and accountability

24 January 2026, 4:32 pm

By Kabali Paul

In this episode of THE PODCAST, Mbabazi Farida, a young female journalist, shares her experience covering public accountability stories and the unseen costs of reporting. She recounts witnessing the death of a patient at Kiboga Hospital due to alleged medical neglect—an experience that profoundly affected her both emotionally and mentally.

Farida reflects on the challenges faced by women journalists, including safety risks, intimidation, and the lack of mental health support in newsrooms, while reaffirming her commitment to telling stories that demand accountability and serve the public interest.