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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MISA welcomes draft African Guidelines on Data Access
MISA welcomes the draft African Guidelines as a significant step towards ensuring transparency and accountability in data collection, processing, storage, and access, in line with regional and international human rights standards. The Guidelines are appropriately...
Zambian journalists pledge to uphold highest ethical standards ahead of elections
Journalists from Zambia's state, private, community and online media houses pledged to uphold the highest ethical standards in their coverage of the country's General Elections scheduled for 13 August 2026. They further committed to accuracy, fairness and...
Inspiring content for younger audiences – Southern Africa TikTok Journalism Masterclass
If younger audiences are getting information on TikTok, how do we make sure they are getting it right? This was the central question explored during the recent Masterclass Training on TikTok Journalism and educational content for younger audiences. Mayamiko...
Call for Applications for 20 Media Outlets: Connected Media, Informed Citizens – Cooperation in Fighting Against Disinformation in Southern Africa
1. Why apply? Information ecosystems today are facing major challenges: the rapid spread of disinformation, growing distrust toward information sources, shifting audience habits, and increasing competition from digital and social media platforms. We are looking for...
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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