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By Botty Snyder

Updated 29 March 2023

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documentary news and public affairs television show in the Philippines

i-Witness

Released	18 January 1999

Genre	television documentary
Country of origin	Philippines
Number of episodes	1013

About i-Witness

i-Witness was a groundbreaking television show that premiered in 1999 on GMA Network in the Philippines. The show was a documentary series that featured a team of journalists who went out into the field to investigate and report on various issues affecting the country.

The show's format was unique in that it allowed the journalists to tell their stories in their own words, without the need for a narrator or host. This gave the show a raw and authentic feel that resonated with audiences.

Over the years, i-Witness tackled a wide range of topics, from political corruption to environmental issues to human interest stories. The show's journalists were fearless in their pursuit of the truth, often putting themselves in danger to get the story.

One of the show's most memorable episodes was "Ambulansyang de Paa," which exposed the dire state of emergency medical services in the Philippines. The episode sparked a national conversation about the need for better healthcare infrastructure in the country.

i-Witness was a critical and commercial success, winning numerous awards and accolades over the years. The show was praised for its journalistic integrity and its ability to shine a light on important issues that were often overlooked by mainstream media.

In conclusion, i-Witness was a groundbreaking television show that set a new standard for documentary journalism in the Philippines. Its impact on the country's media landscape cannot be overstated, and its legacy continues to inspire journalists and filmmakers today.

References:

- "i-Witness: The Story of a Revolution in Philippine TV Journalism" by Howie Severino

- "The Story of i-Witness" by GMA News Online

- "i-Witness: The Philippines' Award-Winning Documentary Series" by Asian Journal.