News and press statements
UTM commits to attend Presidential Debates
Presidential debates are critical in fostering robust dialogue on the best ideas to take Malawi forward
MISA Malawi set for TikTok journalism, elections training
We want to see journalists professionally disseminating different media content on elections on TikTok
Presidential Debates Task Force continues with Political Party engagements
Task Force comprises representatives of the media, government, civil society, and other actors.
MISA Malawi celebrates decriminalisation of defamation
The ruling marks a pivotal moment for media freedom and democratic discourse in Malawi.
Access to Information & Broadcasting Regulation Conference MISA Regional Chairperson Keynote Address
Ladies and gentlemen, the MISA Regional Office was established 34 years ago in pursuit of the Windhoek Declaration on Independent and Diverse Media, adopted in 1991. In 2021, the Windhoek Declaration was reviewed and transitioned into its successor declaration, which the United Nations adopted through the UNESCO General Assembly as the Windhoek +30 Declaration – Information as a Public Good.
Malawi stakeholders sign pledge on safety of journalists
Through the pledge, the journalists called on their peers to “create a more responsible and safe media environment that reflects our commitment to fairness and accuracy in our news reports. We commit to actively combating disinformation, misinformation and division, and upholding human rights and the tenets of democracy”.
Malawi Journalists’ Safety and Security Meeting MISA Regional Chairperson Opening Remarks
Ladies and gentlemen, as we have witnessed across Southern Africa, elections are often marred by violence and intimidation, with journalists frequently being targeted because of the role they play in society.
MISA Malawi, Media Council of Malawi joint statement on interface with MBC leadership
MISA Malawi and MCM implored the public broadcaster to ensure balance and fairness in its news and programming.
Closing Remarks, African Union (AU) Media Training on Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEA) reporting
It is my sincere hope and confidence that this engagement marks the beginning of a long and structured journey towards building an army that responds to the call for breaking dominant, yet biased narratives, and articulates our own views and realities concerning the MEA.