This action by the presidium of barring private media from covering functions sets a dangerous precedent which may cascade down to other government officials who may in future tow the same line, and heighten the levels of media polarisation.
Year: 2017
Info minister slams police brutality against Zimbabwean journalists
The continued trend of violations against journalists in Zimbabwe remains of great concern.
Mutare-based freelance journalist granted bail
Bail granted to Zimbabwean journalist, Kenneth Nyangani, who was arrested over a story alleging that First Lady Grace Mugabe had donated second hand underwear to residents in Eastern Border town, Mutare.
MISA Zimbabwe’s new-look website promotes the right to information and free speech
MISA Zimbabwe has launched its revamped website, making it easier to keep up with freedom of expression and access to information developments in Zimbabwe and across southern Africa.
MISA Zimbabwe’s website has a great new look!
We are excited to have revamped our website. It’s now much easier on the eye, plus you can even visit it from your mobile or tablet.
Journalists sustain injuries after assault by police
These wanton assaults cannot be allowed to continue with impunity as they tarnish the image of the police and ruin the mutual working relationship that should exist between the media and the police.
Threats against social media unlawful
MISA Zimbabwe is disquieted by the string of threats that have recently been issued against the use of social media by citizens.
‘Enact a Freedom of Info law to enable citizens to access information’ – MISA Zimbabwe
MISA Zimbabwe joins the world in commemorating Right To Know Day and urges the Zimbabwean government to fulfil its constitutional and regional obligations to foster the enjoyment of citizens’ right to access to information.
Citizens have the right to free expression
Citizens have the right to freely express themselves online and offline while the media has the right to truthfully report and inform the nation on events as they unfold without fear.
Freedom, privacy & security key to internet development
There is no digital world and a real world, just as there are no human rights and digital rights. The two are not mutually exclusive