News and press statements
ATI Coalition meets for advocacy planning
One of the objectives of the meeting was to strategize and plan how to obtain government commitment to implement the ATI Law
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
MISA condemns the harassment of journalists in Kitwe by Zambia Police
Police are supposed to uphold human rights including freedom of expression, especially that it is enshrined in the Constitution
Condemnation of threats to raid a radio station by UPND cadres in Central Province
Threats to disrupt radio programs by UPND sympathizers will not only violate media freedom but also impede people’s right to access information crucial for making informed decisions
Presentation by MISA Regional Director Dr Tabani Moyo at the Africa Electoral Justice Network (AEJN) webinar on disinformation and electoral justice
I will start with the theme of the Windhoek Declaration +30 – Information as a public good. With this in mind, we push forward the main argument that electoral management bodies (EMBs), have a critical responsibility as custodians of elections.
Information disorders during elections in Southern Africa
The media, citizens, and governments have a role to play in ensuring the dissemination of accurate and factual information while curbing misinformation and disinformation through regulations, programmes, and awareness.