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Parliament backs motion for a freer media and information as a public good
The motion on, Information as a public good, moved on 15 June 2021, was supported by other legislators, among them, Honourable Webster Shamu, who urged the government to observe the provisions of the Windhoek Declaration which calls for media freedom.
Journalist Moyo granted bail
Jeffrey Moyo was granted bail on 15 June 2021 after spending 20 days behind bars on charges of contravening the Immigration Act.
Annual report 2020 now available!
The MISA Zimbabwe Annual report 2020 is now available!
Regional Multi-stakeholder Internet Governance Forum Resolutions
Resolutions from the Regional Multi-stakeholder Internet Governance conference held in Harare on 4 June 2021.
Independent Complaints Mechanism necessary to halt harassment against the media
The Independent Complaints Commission bill public meetings will be held in Harare and Victoria Falls on June 7, Chinhoyi and Bulawayo on June 8, Bindura and Gwanda on June 9, Marondera and Masvingo, June 10 and finally, Gweru and Mutare on 12 June.
MISA Regional leadership renewal… As Regional Secretariat moves to Zimbabwe
The MISA Regional Governing Council held a meeting to elect new leadership on 4 June 2021.
Rwandan journalist ‘abducted’ in Mozambique
Rwandan journalist Ntamuhanga Cassien has reportedly gone missing in Mozambique.
Journalist Moyo denied bail
Journalist Jeffery Moyo and ZMC employee Thabang Manhika denied bail on charges of contravening Immigration Act.
Analysis of proposed amendments to the Mauritius ICT Act
An analysis of the proposed amendments to the Mauritius ICT Act.