Creation of a hostile environment for journalists by demonstrators is uncalled for, says MISA Malawi.
Media violations & victories
‘Ban of live broadcasts ill-timed’
We find MACRA ‘s directive not only unreasonable but ill-timed and a deliberate ploy to limit media freedom and freedom of expression.
MISA Malawi dates MACRA on suspension of phone-in programmes
MACRA officials have promised to review the decision before the end of the week beginning June 17, 2019.
MISA Malawi calls for reversal of phone-in programmes suspension
MISA Malawi finds MACRA’s decision unwarranted and a very serious violation of media freedom and freedom of expression, which the supreme law of the country, the Malawi Constitution, fully recognises.
‘Authorities should take action on attacks on journalists’
2018 registered the worst number of attacks on journalists by law enforcers and the cases are yet to be concluded and in some instances arrests made
MISA Malawi concerned with continued police brutality
MISA Malawi has recorded several cases of police brutality against journalists on duty.
MISA Malawi condemns the assault of journalist George Banda by UTM supporters
MISA Malawi appeals to all political parties to ensure that those responsible for violence are disciplined and held accountable for their actions.
Press briefings should not be turned into political rallies
Press conferences should be limited to relevant technocrats or officials and people directly responsible for the presser.
MISA Malawi condemns arrest of journalist Alfred Guta by Sheriffs of Malawi
Guta was arrested for allegedly taking pictures of the Sheriffs’ confiscation of property belonging to Britam Insurance in Blantyre.
MISA Malawi demands justice on crimes against journalists
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.