News and press statements
Regulatory framework on Artificial Intelligence key to improving access to information
As Africa catches up with the rest of the world, there is a need for a human-rights-based approach to developing AI policies that promote access to information and improved e-Governance.
Holding Journalists by Kabwata Police a concern
While MISA Zambia commends the Zambia Police for not placing any of the journalists in Police cells but only took time to establish who they were and later released them, we note with concern that the action by Zambia Police derailed the journalists from carrying out their dutiful mandate of providing timely information to the public.
Cyber Violence against Female Journalists in Southern Africa
The survey forms part of MISA’s evidence-based advocacy to ensure the safety of journalists. It builds on international and regional efforts to ensure online safety for female journalists.
Access to internet remains prohibitively expensive in Southern Africa
This is a statement from MISA on the cost of accessing the internet in Southern Africa.
Government embarks on media policy reforms
The UPND government is working tirelessly to ensure that the media operates in a media friendly environment as they carry out their duties to serve the public.
MISA Zambia launches legal hand book
The handbook is divided into seven (07) modules including; International law on Freedom of expression, Zambian constitutional Framework, Zambian legal framework on freedom of expression, Access to Information, Digital Rights, Broadcasting and Telecommunications and Advocacy and law reform on freedom of expression.
Analysis of the Botswana Media Practitioners’ Association Bill, 2022
This is an excerpt from the analysis.
Walking in the footprints of a giant – tribute to former RGC member Fernando Gonçalves on leadership transition
Statement by Regional Governing Council Chairperson, Golden Maunganidze
MISA mourns veteran journalist Edem Djokotoe
MISA Zambia will remember Mr. Djokotoe for his profound contribution to MISA Zambia and the development of the media industry at large