Articles by Media Institute of Southern Africa (MISA)
New report highlights ongoing press freedom challenges, says MISA
The Malawi Broadcasting Corporation gained notoriety for serving only President Bingu wa Mutharika while shutting out other independent voices.
Foreign newspapers to be banned
The Zimbabwe Media Commission reportedly aims to stop foreign newspapers without local offices from circulating in the country.
Charges against MMPZ staffers reduced
If convicted of the remaining charge, the staffers will be liable for paying a fine or imprisonment for a period not exceeding one year, or both.
Newspaper faces defamation charges
The Windhoek High Court has ruled that a defamation claim against “The Namibian” can proceed.
IFEX-TMG calls for recent public media appointments to be revoked and for journalists’ protection
On the anniversary of the revolution, IFEX-TMG urges the Tunisian government to revoke controversial appointments giving media personnel close to the deposed President key posts in the public service media, and further calls for an end to attacks on journalists.
IFEX-TMG concerned by attacks on journalists and academics
IFEX-TMG calls on authorities to do more to stop attacks on freedom of expression.
Harassment by US embassy security prompts boycott threat by local journalists
In a petition delivered to US Ambassador Mark Storella,journalists complained of physical and verbal abuse by embassy security.
Media Monitoring Project Zimbabwe personnel denied freedom
Although a judge granted bail to Molly Chimhanda, Fadzai December and Gilbert Mabusa, the state invoked a legal provision that has resulted in their continued detention.