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MISA mourns the passing of journalist Nicholas Bwalya

15 Jul, 2025
Mr. Bwalya will be remembered for his unwavering commitment to upholding the values of media freedom and ethical journalism

PRESS STATEMENT

For Immediate Release

MISA Zambia joins the media fraternity in mourning the untimely passing of Nicholas Bwalya, a dedicated and passionate Journalist, who died on July 14, 2025, at the University Teaching Hospital (UTH) in Lusaka. He had been receiving treatment in recent months following a prolonged battle with obstructive jaundice.

MISA Zambia will remember Mr. Bwalya for his unwavering commitment to upholding the values of media freedom and ethical journalism. He was not only a journalist but a friend and advocate who left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of working with him.

We extend our deepest sympathies to his family, colleagues, and the entire media fraternity. His passing is not only a personal loss to those who knew him but a significant loss to the media landscape and civil society landscape.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones during this difficult time.

May His Soul Rest in Eternal Peace.
Issued by:
MISA Zambia
Lorraine Mwanza-Chisanga
Chairperson

About MISA

The Media Institute of Southern Africa (MISA) was founded in 1992. Its work focuses on promoting, and advocating for, the unhindered enjoyment of freedom of expression, access to information and a free, independent, diverse and pluralistic media.

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