News and press statements
MISA Malawi calls for free media ahead of 2025 Malawi elections
It is our wish to see the arrest and prosecution of politicians and supporters who attack journalists
MISA Regional submissions to the AU on the development of a continental AI strategy
MISA Regional has filed submissions to the African Union on developing a continental strategy on Artificial Intelligence. MISA has a model AI Regulatory Framework for Southern Africa from which it predicated its submissions to the continental body.
Journalist Macmillan Mhone released on police bail
MISA Malawi calls on authorities to drop all charges against the journalist.
Malawi Police detain journalist Macmillan Mhone over story
Arresting and detaining a journalist over a story is a violation of media freedom.
Wanderers FC supporters assault reporter Yasin Limu, damage equipment
Football authorities must take decisive action against barbarism at football matches
Now Available: AI Report on Southern Africa
Applications of AI in Southern Africa are in their early stages. Many pilot projects and technology-driven business models demonstrate the potential for AI to benefit underserved populations, better connect local communities and international technology firms, and improve lives.
Call for entries for 2023/24 MISA Malawi Annual Media Awards
The 2023/24 awards will include four new categories.
ACHPR raises concern over mass surveillance
In a statement following the 77th Ordinary Session held from 20 October to 9 November 2023 in Arusha, Tanzania, the ACHPR reminded African nations that Principle 41 of the Declaration of Principles on Freedom of Expression and Access to Information in Africa states that countries should only engage in targeted surveillance in conformity with international human rights law.
Malawi Police seizure of MBC journalists’ gadgets raises concerns
Investigations should be conducted sincerely and without abusing or torturing journalists.