Challenges of Newspapers Production in Sudan

Abstract

This study entitled: Challenges of Newspaper Production in Sudan - A survey study with application on a number of Sudanese newspapers in the period from January 1 to March 2022 AD, via using the descriptive analytical approach. The study aimed at supporting Sudanese newspapers to open new horizons for distribution, and promoting layoutthoughts that support raising the rate of readership. The study involves questions which are: What are the most prominent indicators of the weakness of journalistic production in Sudan, and what is the way to remedy them? What are the best ways to ensure the stability of the journalism in Sudan? In this study, an expertise questionnaire was used, targeting: (30) respondents. The study concluded to a set of findings: The study proved that the spread of digital news websites contributed to the reluctance of readers to buy hard copy newspapers. The field study showed that the high distribution costs affected the economics of the Sudanese press. Among the most important recommendations of the study: the press institutions should focus on implementing more improvements in the aspects of press layout and direction and avoiding the excitement that loses its value, necessity of giving the press sector more care and attention to reducing customs and taxes imposed on the inputs of the newspaper industry to ensure its stability.