News and press statements
Impactful advocacy vital for democracy strengthening in Zambia
The training saw participants drawn from youth organizations, media houses and governance non-profit organizations
Call for Applications: IJP German-Southern African Bursary 2023
Applications are still possible until February 15, 2023.
Eswatini: Maseko’s murder deserves thorough, independent investigations
Maseko was reportedly shot and killed at his home in Mbabane on 21 January 2023. The motive behind his shooting is still unclear, although there is speculation that this may have been linked to his work as a human rights defender.
Byta FM Producers in OAD programming orientation
The project is being implemented in Eastern, Southern and Western Provinces
MISA Zambia condemns assault/harassment of Byta FM journalist by two associates of Green Eagles Football Club
Zambia Police should ensure that all cases related to attacks against journalists or media are concluded
MISA Zambia dismayed with act of censorship at Kokoliko FM
…if these actions continue, soon we shall regress as a nation regards these freedoms and our democracy
MISA Zambia welcomes repeal of Criminal Defamation and efforts on ATI Bill
Since MISA Zambia was formed, it has on countless occasions lobbied different regimes to repeal this law as it was inimical to media freedom and freedom of expression
MISA Zambia condemns theft of equipment at MUVI TV
Such acts are an assaults to freedom of the press and the right to information for the Zambian citizens
Media is critical to democracy
Journalistic work should not be stifled through detention of journalists who are conducting their duties in a professional manner, MISA Zambia has said.