PROMOTING FREE EXPRESSION IN SOUTHERN AFRICA
Detained journalist Hopewell Chi’nono was on 14 January 2021 denied bail by Harare magistrate Lazini Ncube.
In denying him bail, the magistrate said the State’s fears that he is likely to commit other offences while on bail, were well-founded.
Chin’ono is facing charges of publishing or communicating falsehoods prejudicial to the state. It is alleged Chin’ono posted a tweet that falsely reported the death of a child after a physical assault by the police.
The Media Institute of Southern Africa (MISA) was founded in 1992. Its work focuses on promoting, and advocating for, the unhindered enjoyment of freedom of expression, access to information and a free, independent, diverse and pluralistic media.
This survey is part of MISA's regional programme to identify the most pressing issues for free media, free speech, and free expression in the digital sphere. It will take approximately seven (7) minutes to fill out the form. This is a follow-up to our annual surveys...
On 23 July 2025, MISA electronically submitted its insights to the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR) Public Consultation on Freedom of Expression and Artificial Intelligence (AI). In its submissions, MISA emphasised the need for governments to...
ACCESS TO INFORMATION & BROADCASTING REGULATION CONFERENCE 11 July 2025 KEYNOTE ADDRESS BY MISA REGIONAL CHAIRPERSON, MR JEREMIAS LANGA Lilongwe, Malawi Ladies and gentlemen, it is with great pleasure that I join you here in the heart of Africa, Malawi, for this...
OPENING REMARKS MISA Regional Chairperson 10 July 2025 Lilongwe MALAWI JOURNALISTS’ SAFETY AND SECURITY MEETING The Government of Malawi Officials Members of Parliament The Secretary General, Malawi National Commission for UNESCO The Police Service of Malawi...
