Virtual presentation by Tabani Moyo, MISA Regional Director, during the Africa ICT Ministers Forum held on 04 November 2021, Windhoek, Namibia
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Mozambique should account for missing journalist Ibraimo Mbaruco
Statement on International Day to Ending Crimes of Impunity against Journalists.
Journalists reaffirm co-regulation of the media as way forward
“Self-regulation of the media was at the “core” of securing a conducive operating environment and improving professionalism in the media sector”.
Restoration of internet and social media services in Eswatini
MISA writes to the African Union and United Nations on the continued internet shutdowns in Eswatini.
Report on Cybersecurity in SADC and its implications on human rights now available!
This report focuses on enacted and proposed cybersecurity and cybercrime laws in the SADC region and how they have impacted the exercise of rights, more specifically, the right to privacy, freedom of expression and media freedom.
MISA Chapters meet in South Africa for Regional strategic planning
MISA chapters have met in South Africa to strategically map the way forward in the region.
WhatsApp, Facebook and Instagram down
Facebook and its WhatsApp and Instagram services have been down since approximately 5.30pm on Monday 4 October 2021.
MISA acting regional director Moyo elected into Global Forum for Media Development board
MISA Regional Acting Director elected into Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD) Steering Committee.
MISA concerned with suspension of Raia Mwema newspaper
MISA Tanzania Chapter Media Institute of Southern Africa – Tanzania Chapter (MISA TAN) received with concern the decision of the government to suspend publication and distribution of Raia Mwema newspaper for 30 days from 6th September 2021
Community radios key to access to information in marginalised areas
MISA Zimbabwe welcomes the licensing of eight more community radio stations as this will enhance access to information and exchange of ideas on issues that affect marginalised communities for the government’s attention.