News and press statements
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.
Call for Expressions of Interest to participate in Tiktok Journalism & Elections Reporting Training
MISA Malawi has organised the training in partnership with DW Akademie
MISA congratulates Zambian media, government on media regulation
The MSCZ not only establishes a platform for the Zambian public to hold the media accountable but also presents an opportunity for the media to enhance their professionalism.
MISA Malawi condemns government impunity in continued violent attacks on protesters, journalists, others
We need the arrest of those responsible for the violence and dismissal of officials who have neglected their Constitutional duties
Presidential Debates Task Force meets political parties
The aim of the debates is to foster citizen participation in the democratic process.
MISA Regional Annual Report – Now Available!
Journalists serve as a conveyor belt for information and are critical in providing verified and accurate data that enables the electorate to make informed decisions about their governance. Their role is invaluable.
MISA regional director appointed to African Union Working Group on AI
He expressed gratitude to MISA’s symbiotic relationships with the African Union Commission (AUC), the Southern African Development Community (SADC), and UNESCO, particularly the Regional Office for Southern Africa (UNESCO-ROSA), and the organisation’s entire stakeholder chain.
MISA launches fifth annual state of press freedom report
The report documents urgent media issues such as the legal environment impacting access to information and media freedom across the region. It aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 16.10 and is part of the Media 4 SDGs Series.
African Commission study on AI and emerging technologies in Africa
This calls for the development of appropriate policies and regulations for AI governance that safeguard data privacy and ensure ethical use. There is a need for strategic prioritisation of the importance of AI for economic growth and development in national development agendas