Articles by Media Institute of Southern Africa (MISA)
Bulawayo man denied bail in Facebook case
Vikazi Mavhudzi had been arrested in February 2011 for expressing his approval of the citizens’ uprising in Egypt.
BBC programme banned for being critical of government
The government has not only banned the BBC programme but has also banned all state media from covering demonstrations and strikes currently taking place in the country.
MISA condemns assault on pregnant journalist
Paidamowo Chipunza was punched in the stomach while covering a story at the Harare Central Hospital.
IFEX-TMG members celebrate International Women’s Day with brave women of Tunisia
IFEX-TMG members commend brave women journalists, activists, lawyers and judges who have never stopped calling for greater freedom of expression.
Journalists’ case referred to Supreme Court
A magistrate approved an application for referral to the Supreme Court submitted by Nevanji Madanhire and Nqobani Ndlovu, who are facing charges based on an article they published.
Defamation charges against journalist dropped for lack of evidence
Golden Maunganidze, accused of defaming ZANU PF Masvingo provincial chairman, was freed by the courts after the state declined to prosecute him.
Police officers threaten to kill journalist
Victor Muvale was threatened after he wrote an article about a police assault on a young man who had been caught for failing to carry his identity card.
Editor detained, questioned over satirical article
Golden Maunganidze was detained on allegations of criminally defaming a senior ZANU-PF politician.