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MediaAfrica

Digital Natives

December 6, 2023

Young Africans protect themselves against scammers, Internet stalkers, digital addiction and more in this exciting digital literacy series.

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In the pulsating realm of African digital media, a groundbreaking format named "Digital Natives"has emerged, tailored explicitly for the continent's young, tech-savvy generation. This format ingeniously combines on-demand audio and snappy one-minute videos dubbed 'Click IT easy,' ideally attuned to the dynamic digital interactions of African youth.

 

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At its core, Digital Natives thrives on adaptability and accessibility. Produced primarily in English, this format smartly transcends linguistic barriers by being adeptly adapted into five other languages at DW Africa: Kiswahili, Hausa, French, Portuguese, and Amharic. This multilingual approach ensures inclusivity and connects with diverse audiences across the continent, resonating deeply within different cultural contexts.

 

 

The core production team

  • Yann Durand – Lead Producer
  • Wanjiku Mwaura - Lead Producer (DW)
  • Claus Staecker – Executive Producer (DW)

Video production Team

  • Pauline Beck  - Format Development (DW)
  • Johannes Beck - Format Development (DW)
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