There is a certain philosophical tragedy in this transformation. It echoes the cautionary insight of Friedrich Nietzsche, who warned that those who fight monsters must be careful not to become monsters themselves. In the realm of media and power, that warning carries particular weight. The line between critic and controller is not always crossed with fanfare.
Media law and reforms
Urgent need for AI legal sector policy framework
The case underscores the growing risks of unverified use of artificial intelligence in legal research without proper oversight.
Legislators pledge to support co-regulation of the media
The Bill is expected to address gaps in regulating unprofessional conduct by journalists and to provide a remedy for the growing problem of misinformation and disinformation.
MISA Botswana, BDF collaborate on Media in Peace Support Operations
MISA Botswana Chairperson, Thomas Nkhoma, facilitated the lecture and also participated in a panel discussion on local and international perceptions of the media’s role in covering military operations and the complex relationship between the two sectors.
MISA Zimbabwe Analysis of the Zimbabwe Media Policy – Now Available!
The Zimbabwe Media Policy framework is also set to address various general policy issues, including the development of comprehensive codes of standards, a legal framework to regulate the media, and measures to prevent sexual harassment in media houses.
MISA launches fifth annual state of press freedom report
The report documents urgent media issues such as the legal environment impacting access to information and media freedom across the region. It aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 16.10 and is part of the Media 4 SDGs Series.
MISA Regional Chairperson Jeremias Langa’s Opening Remarks for the Regional World Press Freedom Day commemorations –
This has a chilling effect on freedom of expression and the media. Such laws have been used in other jurisdictions to target political opponents, journalists, and activists.
African Commission calls for guidelines to adapt African media policy to digital era
The Commission’s resolution highlights the pressing need to update African media policy for the digital age.
SADC ignores media in Vision 2050
MISA writes to the Chairperson of the Southern Africa Development Community, President Filipe J. Nyusi of the Republic of Mozambique regarding the safety and security of journalists and the implementation of contentious cybersecurity laws in the SADC region.
National Cyber Security Policy approved
The Zambia National Cyber Security Policy will ensure that effective mechanisms are put in place for a well-coordinated governance framework on cybersecurity thereby fostering the creation of a secure, reliable, and trustworthy cyber environment that increases confidence.