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Update on media debates in parliament
A summary of parliament’s discussions about journalists’ safety and Khulumani FM.
Journalists assaulted outside Chiredzi Magistrates Court
Four journalists were today assaulted outside the Chiredzi Magistrates Court at the end of Mr Andrew Takashinga Bere’s bail hearing. Bere is accused of defrauding United States of America taxpayer funds amounting to USD 7 million dollars during his stay in the country.
Journalism safety and security workshops underway
Media freedom and freedom of expression are rights that are core to the practice of journalism. The safety and security of journalists, need to be guaranteed in order to ensure that they carry out their professional duties without fear or favour.
MISA Zimbabwe updates SADC on state of media reforms
MISA Zimbabwe’s letter to the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Executive Secretary Dr Stergomena, updating the regional body and the African Union on Zimbabwe media reforms as set out in the 2013 AU elections observer mission recommendations.
MDC-T commits to journalists safety
Opposition MDC –T president Nelson Chamisa on 8 March 2018 said his party is committed to ensuring the safety and security of journalists at all times.
Journalists harassed at MDC-T press conference
Two journalists were allegedly harassed by MDC-T youths on 1 March 2018 at the party headquarters during a press conference
MISA Zimbabwe appoints National Director
The National Governing Council (NGC) of MISA Zimbabwe Chapter is pleased to announce that Mr. Tabani Moyo has been appointed as the National Director for MISA Zimbabwe with effect from the 1st of March 2018.
Omnibus cyber bill muddies fundamental rights
The proposed merging of the three cyber bills into one bill as recently announced by the responsible minister could result in the muddying and undermining of other fundamental rights enshrined in the Constitution.
Zimbabwe still needs diverse radio
MISA Zimbabwe joins the world in commemorating World Radio Day with a reminder to the government of Zimbabwe on the need for genuine transformation of the entire broadcasting sector to allow for diversity in radio broadcasting in the country.