Freedom of the Press 2007: Malawi

The Malawi Police Service is intensifying the use of the country’s cybersecurity law to restrict the voice and agency of journalists and citizens.

Sports journalist Yasin Lamu’s equipment damaged during attack by Wanderers FC supporters.

MISA Malawi is concerned at how numerous journalists working for the state broadcaster are being identified and investigated for alleged offenses committed under the Electronic Transactions and Cybersecurity Act.