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The writer of this textpiece angrily blares out a ferocious critical appraisal of the piece done by

Mohamed Ali's investigative journalism on the KTN's "Jicho Pevu" mentioning that it is a very
gross ethical violation in the field of journalism. The main point of contention is Ali's excessive
self-importance, which overshadows the true purpose of investigative journalism: for disclosing
the truth.

Through that, the author initiates and explains investigative journals' noble role:- to be a light in
the darkness, to uncover hidden abuses and struggle for the cause of justice. They paint a vivid
picture: journalists as the tireless researchers to represent the truth contended with their
cameras to expose rot and declare people's justice cry of "Haki yetu!" and abolish the
maneuvering of the corrupt.

While they argue that "Jicho Pevu" is not in line with its initial mission, their biggest criticism is
that it has put aside quality for quantity. However, not directly rejecting the journalistic inquiries
themselves, the author argues that Ali's flowing style and his ever-present nature in the program
have converted it into one where "Muhammad Ali marches on", not having time for true
investigation.

The crux of the criticism was in Ali’s dismissal of the very essence of journalism which dictates
that the journalist is not the message but the facilitator of the message. The author centers on
the truthfulness which is achieved via accurate information-gathering, professional presentation
and news conveying within the limits of fairness and misusing the situation for personal ends.

They scathingly show that Alis shows no perception on the judgment of justice, hence they call
him a "Jicho Pevu" in the passage. On the side of the writer, there is not just a general irritation
with Ali's demonstrations, but also a disapproval of them. They research the voices of two
containers: Ali and the Lancaster House Constitution, both which consequently, would be
destructured because they oblige self-preservation instead of the social welfare of the populace.

The writer emphasizes the fact that the journalist should be in the background, i.e. must not
show their face while investigating, for the sake of factual reporting. Anonymity of which they
supplicate, they argue, is in most cases the way to good accomplishment. "They ridicule the
expensiveness of 'JichoPevu' which has undermined its legitimacy in the viewers" this is what
the writer opines.

The author further claims that the audience loves watching the courage of journalists and the
creativity they use to bring in the news but they don't need the spoon-feeding of such
information. A perfect example of the story itself is that which is unbiased and objective right on
the facts without the journalist being forced to plead their personal case by crying foul or calling
for attention.

Journalists should avoid commentaries or articles that are geared towards seeking sympathy
and the adulation of readers. Such attempts only diminish the credibility of the media. They
implore Ali to retreat from the highlight and perceive that he is carrying out his assignment, and
it is the stories or the characters themselves who must be the central actors. The message is
clear: it's through the power of investigative journalism that the truth is unveiled, not the ego
gram of the journalist that brings enthusiasm into the story.

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