World Report 2008: South Africa
3 April 2008
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The South African Competition Commission’s preliminary report recognises journalism’s value and proposes a regulatory approach to address funding challenges for online outlets dominated by Big Tech.
Moshoeshoe Monare, the editor-in-chief of the South African Broadcasting Corporation, informed by intelligence agent that he is required to undergo a polygraph test.
The arrest and detention of freelance journalist Thomo Nkgadima was an intimidatory tactic aimed at deterring him from reporting on a matter of public interest.