MISA Malawi and several stakeholders celebrated 2026 World Press Freedom Day in Salima district on May 3.
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MISA Malawi National Governing Council (2026 -2029)
Elected by MISA Malawi members every three years, the NGC is the highest decision-making structure of the Chapter.
MISA launches Regional Media Lawyers Network
The Network is currently anchored in MISA Chapters in Zimbabwe, Malawi, Zambia, and Mozambique, with a view to expanding into other countries in the region.ย
Feston Malekezo co-opted into MISA Malawi National Governing Council
The NGC has also re-appointed Lilian Khofi for financial oversight and Chikondi Kasambara for legal expertise.
Felix Washon elected MISA Malawi Chairperson
Nathan Majawa elected Vice Chairperson, Dorothy Kachitsa elected Executive Member.
South Africa, Namibia lead as Tanzania, Zimbabwe slip in press freedom rankings
The World Press Freedom Index highlights the rise in coordinated online harassment, particularly against female journalists.
MISA launches sixth edition of the Southern Africa Press Freedom Report
The report exposes a pervasive crisis of Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence (TFGBV).ย
Keynote Speech by H.E. German Ambassador Ute Kรถnig – 2026 MISA Malawi Media Awards Gala Dinner
Keynote Speech by H.E. German Ambassador Ute Kรถnig during the MISA Malawi Media Awards Gala Dinner, May 3, 2026, Salima
Enhancing economic awareness for improved decision-making in Malawi
A consortium comprising MISA Malawi, Oxfam in Malawi, Economics Association of Malawi & Malawi Economic Justice Network implemented Economic Awareness project in 2026
Landmark Resolution on Access to Information and the Right to a Healthy Environment
The Resolution further urges States to investigate and address attacks against journalists documenting environmental and climate degradation, and explicitly recognises the threats they encounter while carrying out their work.