In these precarious conditions, expression and truth-telling are the first layers of casualty, as nations recoil, become inward looking, focusing on narrow national issues at the expense of a holistic picture. Suffice to say the entire construct of humanity is highly vulnerable due to such inward-looking approaches.
Statements
Botswana President calls for solutions to issues affecting the media in Southern Africa
President Masisi, who was the guest of honour, paid tribute to MISA Regional, MISA Botswana and UNESCO for organising the event, which is now a mainstay on the regional calendar.
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.
Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress
There is need for media houses to develop and popularize Gender-based violence policies to protect women in the newsroom while encouraging them to take up leadership roles in media houses
Children’s voices, children’s rights – Our collective responsibility
As education remains one of the critical roles of the media, radio and television play a vital role in shaping the lives of children.
A century and counting of radio excellence
Broadcasters from Radio Stations are encouraged to carry the mantle of using radio to Inform, Entertain and Educate the masses and uphold radio’s status as a credible and trusted source of communication
Death of Ronny Shikapwasha saddens MISA
He will be remembered for his work with the media during his time as Minister of Information and Broadcasting Services
MISA Zambia applauds Government’s initiative of 3-year tax holiday on broadcasting equipment
By taking advantage of the 3-year tax holiday, media houses can enhance their operational capacities, improve content quality, and contribute to the overall growth of the media industry
MISA welcomes enactment of ATI legislation in Zambia
On signing the Access to Information Act into law on 22 December, President Hakainde Hichilema said the enactment of the legislation was a major milestone in the media sector and the country, as it would promote access to information by the media and other players.
MISA Zambia commends Parliament for passing ATI Bill after 21 years of Advocacy
Access to information is a fundamental right that empowers citizens to make informed decisions, hold public officials accountable, and strengthens democratic governance