Jeff Koinange Out At CNN



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We are really, really bummed at the news that Jeff Koinange, whom we have previously regarded as being one of the most dazzling investigative reporters on the African continent, is out at CNN. Apparently, there is a messy matter of his personal life -- and alleged sexual harassment of interview subjects -- that made his position at CNN untenable. (Although there were, always, Questions -- both pro and con -- raised about his reporting on the Niger Delta rebels: Was it staged? It was certainly Dramatic). From TVNewser:

"First on TVNewser: CNN Africa correspondent Jeff Koinange is suddenly out of a job.

"'Jeff Koinange is no longer employed by CNN,' a spokesperson confirmed today. She said CNN will have no further comment, saying "we do not discuss personnel matters."

"Koinange was seen on CNN as recently as May 18, in a 360 special titled 'Africa: Dispatches from the Edge.' Staffers started wondering about his status last week. The move may be related to a new blog allegedly published by a jilted lover that's getting a lot of attention online. '"

And we don't feel so good ourselves, to be honest. Not a good day for investigative reporting on the continent. (TVNewser)