Benghazi – Libya’s current economic and political reality creates significant challenges for media discourse. It raises questions about the media’s role. This is vital given the crises citizens face. Mohamed Al-Manfi is Dean of the Faculty of Media at Benghazi University. He discussed this context.
He stressed that media’s ability to perform its role in Libya is conditional. It depends on clear official indicators. It also requires declared state policies. These policies should include laws, legislation, and practical solutions to crises.
Al-Manfi further explained. Libya’s current economic and political reality imposes significant challenges on media discourse. It also raises questions about the media’s appropriate role. This is especially true during current citizen crises.
He noted the country experienced multiple crises in recent years. These affected economic, political, social, and cultural aspects. This impacted citizens’ lives. It increased living difficulties. Media cannot play an effective role in such conditions. It requires official decisions. It also needs state actions to address these challenges. Professional media work relies on accurate facts. It also uses precise information and data. These insights often come as official indicators or effective legislation.
This empowers media outlets. It allows them to convey a clear and objective picture of reality. Al-Manfi affirmed journalists cannot play a real role. This occurs if accurate information is absent. It also happens without clear policies to address citizen problems. He stressed that resolving crises is primarily the state’s responsibility.
The state must fulfill its role. It must make decisions that restore rights. It must also provide citizens with a decent livelihood. This enables media outlets. They can then convey facts and enhance community awareness.
The Dean of the Faculty of Media at Benghazi University emphasized the state’s responsibility. It must care for citizens and the nation during crises. He affirmed that clear decisions and effective policies are vital. They empower media. This helps media perform its professional role. It also aids public awareness and societal engagement.