Philippa Croome
Canadian freelance journalist with more than ten years based in Uganda reporting on human rights, health and social justice issues.
About Me
Experienced Investigative Reporter
Philippa Croome is a freelance journalist with a demonstrated history of working in the international media industry. While based in East and Southern Africa, she specializes in breaking news, hard-hitting investigations, and human-interest features. Her work has been featured in leading publications including Reuters, The Globe and Mail, and The Toronto Star.
With a focus on human rights and public health, she has covered critical issues ranging from the Ebola outbreak in Uganda to anti-gay legislation and global human trafficking networks.
Featured Work
A sampling of impactful stories covering human rights, health and social issues.
Conversion therapy for LGBTQ people in Africa
An investigation into the rise of harmful conversion practices and the tightening legislative environment across the continent.
Read StoryEbola cases in Uganda spark regional concern
Reporting on the medical and social impacts of the Ebola outbreak and the regional response efforts.
Read StoryWomen trafficked into sex work
A investigative feature breaking the story of hundreds of women trafficked into international sex trades.
Read StoryUganda jails British man over gay play
Coverage of the arrest and deportation of a producer over a play highlighting homosexuality in Uganda.
Read StoryGays deeper into shadows under new law
An analysis of how stringent anti-LGBTQ legislation is impacting vulnerable communities in Uganda.
Read StoryMysterious Nodding Syndrome
Exploring why communities turn to traditional medicine to treat the devastating and mysterious nodding syndrome.
Read StoryContact
Let's Collaborate
Philippa is currently based in Canada, moving into longer-form writing and documentary filmmaking.
She is available for freelance reporting, investigative projects, and consultancy, with a unique skill set that translates complex international development issues into accessible narratives for donors, policymakers, and the public.