2010 Webber Wentzel Legal Journalist Awards
In recognition of outstanding legal journalism Webber Wentzel runs an annual Legal Journalist Award which is currently 12 years in the running, it is judged in two main categories namely print and electronic media. Entries for the 2010 Webber Wentzel Legal Journalist Awards are now open.
Judging Criteria
Quality of reporting that demonstrates the ability to understand, interpret and provide in-depth analysis or comment on legal issues and developments that impact on society and people’s lives. Balance and objectivity in reporting and clarity in terms of representing how the given issues impact on or affect the future. Ability of the entrant to report on one or more aspects of the legal issues and proceedings.
2009 Winners
Print media: Franny Rabkin: Business Day
Electronic media: Hazel Friedman: SABC3
The Judges:
Franz Kruger
Senior lecturer in journalism: Wits University.
Ombudsman: The Mail and Guardian.
Editor: www.journalism.co.za.
Author: Black, White and Grey (Ethics in Journalism) Radio Journalism toolkit.
Correspondent: Canadian, Dutch, American and British radio.
Tawana Kupe
Professsor: School of Literature, Language and Media Studies: Wits University.
Founding Head of Media Studies: Wits University.
Introduced BA Hons degree in Media Studies.
Lecturer: Media Theory: Department of Journalism and Media Studies: Rhodes University. Research projects include the relationship and correlation between systems of governance and the role of the press in Southern African countries.
