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Governments in Southern Africa are coming up with several regulations under the pretext of regulating the scourge of misinformation, particularly in the COVID-19 period, yet, they are using these laws to target dissenting voices, civil society, the media and opposition political parties.
Issues we address
- Media freedom monitoring
- Media law reform & regulation
- Media freedom & diversity
- Access to information
- Freedom of expression
- Media & elections
- Media support
Media freedom monitoring assists the organisation to compile accurate and detailed information and records on abuses or progress being made towards a free, independent, diverse and pluralistic media.
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Media law reform and regulation
The programme involves lobbying and advocacy of relevant stake holders for recognition of a free media environment.
Media freedom, independence and diversity
In this programme area, MISA Zimbabwe seeks to promote a free, independent and diverse media sector.
Access to information
MISA Zimbabwe lobbies for the enactment of democratic access to information.
Freedom of expression
The programme entails analysis of legislation and policies, and advocates for the ability to freely express your own opinions .
Media & elections
Credible and fair elections are an essential element of democratic societies, and as such, the media plays a pivotal role in ensuring greater transparency and accountability during the election process.
Media support
MISA Zimbabwe provides legal support for media personnel and also provides training to enhance media accountability, professionalism and ensure the safety and security of journalists.
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