Journalists trapped inside City Sports Centre

MISA Zimbabwe is deeply concerned about the safety and security of journalists following reports of the challenges journalists face while covering the public hearings. 

The challenges reported to us so far include harassment and intimidation of journalists covering the public hearings, and in some cases, difficulties in accessing certain venues.

We urge all responsible authorities, including the police, to ensure the safety of journalists performing their lawful professional duties in accordance with Section 61 of the Constitution, which guarantees the right to freedom of expression and the media.

Journalists play a vital role in exercising and enjoying the right to access information and uphold public accountability as outlined in Section 62 of the Constitution, and they should therefore be permitted to carry out their work without obstruction.

SOS journalists hotline

If you are injured, detained or arrested ín the line of duty, call our 24/7 SOS journalist hotline on 0784 437 338 to access legal and/or medical assistance.
Don’t forget to have the number saved in your phone for emergencies!
Find out more about the hotline here.

About MISA

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.