The Malawi chapter of the Media Institute of Southern Africa defends and promotes media freedom, freedom of expression and access to information in Malawi.
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African Commission calls for guidelines to adapt African media policy to digital era
The African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR) has urged the Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Expression and Access to Information in Africa to consult with African stakeholders to evaluate their perceptions of public service content in the modern digital...
PAIRSx Africa: Pioneering new approaches to AI through Participation
Webinar: Pioneering new approaches to AI through participation Date: 31 March 2025 Time: 13:00 - 15:00 Central African Time Register to attend:https://mozilla.zoom.us/meeting/register/8JNi4BGPRn6ZRvWq_RXZDA Submit contribution / more information:...
End violence against women journalists: A call to action for Southern Africa
International Women’s Day, observed each year on 8 March, should act as a clarion call for what the region must do to empower women and girls, especially in the media. In recent years, there has been a marked increase in hate speech and cyberbullying,...
Media as a strategic partner in achieving SADC strategic objectives
MISA Regional Director Dr Tabani Moyo has urged the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) to review the Regional Indicative Strategic Development Plan (RISDP 2020-2030) to adopt a media and communication development strategy as the most competitive way towards...
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30 years later, media professionals and others weigh in on the state of Africa’s press. Read their thoughts and join the conversation at #WHK30