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IMPORTANCE OF DATA JOURNALISM AND ITS USELFUL TOOLS

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    In a world of evolving technology, data journalism is now taking centre stage in most newsrooms worldwide. Combining traditional journalism with data analysis and visualisation techniques to uncover and communicate complex stories, trends, and insights increasingly shapes storytelling today. This approach changes the perception and increases the value of the story by using different tools/methods, and techniques, making it more transparent and accessible for the consumer to understand.   So, WHY IS DATA JOURNALISM IMPORTANT IN NEWSROOMS?   Data journalism is crucial in newsrooms for several reasons:   1. **Enhanced Accuracy**: Data-driven reporting relies on facts and figures, which can help journalists verify information more accurately. It reduces the risk of relying solely on anecdotal evidence or subjective viewpoints.   2. **Deeper Insights**: Data journalism enables journalists to uncover trends, patterns, and correlations that might not be immediately apparent through tradit