MISA Malawi condemns arrest of journalist Alfred Guta by Sheriffs of Malawi
Media freedom and development, News, Press statements / 29 Nov 2018
Guta was arrested for allegedly taking pictures of the Sheriffs’ confiscation of property belonging to Britam Insurance in Blantyre.
MISA Malawi mourns awards judge Owen Kadewere
Awards, News, Press statements / 09 Nov 2018
The Malawi Chapter of the Media Institute of Southern Africa (MISA Malawi) shocked with the sudden passing of long time MISA Malawi Awards Judge Owen Kadewere, who passed on Friday November 30,2018 in Lilongwe.
MISA Malawi demands justice on crimes against journalists
Media freedom and development, Press statements / 02 Nov 2018
MISA Malawi is not impressed with the way state agencies, more especially the Malawi Police, have handled cases of violent crimes against journalists and media workers.
- Access to information
- Freedom of expression
- Media & free expression laws
- Broadcasting diversity
- Democracy & governance
- Capacity building & training
Access to information
It is your fundamental human right to ask for, and receive, information held by public organisations and bodies.
Freedom of expression and the media
Freedom of expression means you have the right to hold your own opinions and express them freely, without interference. It is not only important in its own right, but is also fundamental to holding governments and institutions accountable.
Media and freedom of expression legislation
Although the right to express yourself is outlined in international law, governments can use laws, such as defamation, cybercrime or antiterrorism legislation, to restrict freedom of expression and the media.
Broadcasting diversity
Since the mid 1990’s, MISA has been campaigning for greater broadcasting diversity in southern Africa to combat the domination of state broadcasters and the exclusion of other voices.
Democracy and good governance
A free and independent media is essential for promoting government institutions that are democratic, transparent and effective.
Capacity building and training
MISA Malawi is involved in strengthening the professional standing of journalists and improving media practices through skills training.
Awards 2018
