Ika Ningtyas is the fact-checking coordinator at Tempo, a Jakarta-based news organization. She is also an advisory member of Southeast Asia Freedom of Expression Network (SAFEnet), and former Secretary-General of the Alliance of Independent Journalist.
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Articles by Ika Ningtyas (2)
How TikTok’s Visual Politics Shaped Indonesia’s 2024 Election
Nuurrianti Jalli|Ika Ningtyas|Yearry Panji Setianto
Through TikTok, Prabowo Subianto successfully rebranded himself from being a controversial figure to being a relatable leader. TikTok’s emphasis on short-form entertaining content simplifies complex political issues into meme-worthy visuals. While this encourages engagement from younger audiences, it risks trivialising critical political discussions and reducing voters’ decision-making into emotional reactions.
Indonesia’s “Emergency Warning” Movement Against Jokowi’s Political Dynasty
Ika Ningtyas|Nuurrianti Jalli
Virtual and physical resistance to the ruling elite’s attempts to trample on democracy last week in Indonesia became a powerful reminder of how social media can be a force multiplier in democracy.