The newspapers are digging their own graves by spreading only doom and gloom. They have an important role in a democracy and need to be reminded of that. They are necessary to report objectlvely on news and developments and explain their background to the reader to enable them to make informed decisions.

I want the government to put an obligation in law that they report in equal measure on positive steps and developments; check their headlines for objectivity, not allowing hair-raising statements which cannot be upheld in any detailed analysis; make them follow up any reports on negative events with proper research how the government, NGO's, local community and private people have tried to remedy the situation. This would give hope and confidence into the future. At the moment, it is best not to read the papers to remain level-headed and positive. The mission statement of each newspaper should reflect their duty to uphold social coherence and a positive spirit to work together. At the moment they are at risk of destroying society, I am afraid.