News and press statements
An analysis of Social Media use in The SADC region: 2014- 2020
MISA Zimbabwe is proud to announce the launch of its Social Media report on the SADC region named An analysis of Social Media use in The SADC region: 2014- 2020.
Cyber Bill must be separated into two bills- Parly Report
MISA Zimbabwe commends the relevant Parliamentary Portfolio Committees for producing a report that largely captures the submissions of citizens during the public consultation processes on the Cybersecurity and Data Protection Bill.
Knowledge for All, not Ignorance, could restore Hope in Zim
“Corruption related to PPE … is actually murder because if health workers work without PPE, we’re risking their lives. And that also risks the lives of the people they serve.”
Centrality of access to information in the enjoyment of rights: Lessons from Covid-19
The centrality of access to information in this pandemic cannot be overlooked, in particular, as it relates to timeliness, relevance and adequacy of information.
Editor threatened over land scam stories
The Masvingo Mirror in Zimbabwe’s southern town of Masvingo says it is “gravely concerned” with threats that its Chipinge Times editor Ellen Mlambo has been receiving over “land grab” stories she is covering.
MISA Malawi calls for universal access to Covid-19 information
Unfortunately, information gap created a fertile ground for fake news on issues around Covid-19..
Solidifying internet rights to increase information access in Zimbabwe
Internet accessibility in Zimbabwe generally remains low, mainly because of limited infrastructure, particularly in rural areas, where most Zimbabweans are located.
Access to information key ingredient to sustainable development
This year’s International Day for Universal Access to Information (IDUAI) comes at a pivotal moment in Zimbabwe following the enactment of the country’s Freedom of Information Act.
Access to Information critical to citizens, governments
This year’s International Day for Universal Access to Information Day (IDUAI) is being commemorated when the world is undergoing global health problems caused by COVID-19.