Zimbabwe

Linda Mujuru

Reporter-in-Residence

Linda Mujuru is a seasoned investigative journalist and Reporter-in-Residence at Global Press Journal based in Harare, Zimbabwe. With over a decade of experience, she specializes in uncovering the human impact of environmental degradation, economic instability, and public health crises.

Her acclaimed investigation, “Push for Gold Leaves a Toxic Legacy,” exposed the widespread use of mercury in Zimbabwe’s artisanal gold mining sector, highlighting severe health and environmental consequences. This impactful reporting earned her the 2023 Community Champion Award from the Institute for Nonprofit News.

Linda’s work extends to critical issues such as the effects of illegal plastic imports from China, the collapse of tuberculosis treatment programs amid foreign aid cuts, and the challenges faced by women in accessing maternal healthcare in underserved communities.

She holds a master’s degree in Media Studies from the National University of Science and Technology and previously served as the program manager at Media Centre Zimbabwe, supporting journalists nationwide. Today, she stands as one of Global Press Journal’s most widely read and syndicated reporters, renowned for her commitment to amplifying local voices and driving meaningful change through journalism.

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Zimbabwe

Linda Mujuru

Reporter-in-Residence

Linda Mujuru is a seasoned investigative journalist and Reporter-in-Residence at Global Press Journal based in Harare, Zimbabwe. With over a decade of experience, she specializes in uncovering the human impact of environmental degradation, economic instability, and public health crises.

Her acclaimed investigation, “Push for Gold Leaves a Toxic Legacy,” exposed the widespread use of mercury in Zimbabwe’s artisanal gold mining sector, highlighting severe health and environmental consequences. This impactful reporting earned her the 2023 Community Champion Award from the Institute for Nonprofit News.

Linda’s work extends to critical issues such as the effects of illegal plastic imports from China, the collapse of tuberculosis treatment programs amid foreign aid cuts, and the challenges faced by women in accessing maternal healthcare in underserved communities.

She holds a master’s degree in Media Studies from the National University of Science and Technology and previously served as the program manager at Media Centre Zimbabwe, supporting journalists nationwide. Today, she stands as one of Global Press Journal’s most widely read and syndicated reporters, renowned for her commitment to amplifying local voices and driving meaningful change through journalism.

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