With this ruling, Malawi joins a growing number of countries embracing civil defamation frameworks, affirming the importance of free speech while preserving legal avenues to seek redress for reputational harm.
As the world marks World Press Freedom Day (WPFD) today, MISA Malawi has issued a strong call for the protection of journalists, freedom of expression, and responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the lead-up to Malawi’s general elections scheduled for September 16, 2025.
Media stakeholders have called for urgent measures to address the growing challenges threatening media viability, press freedom, and journalist safety in Southern Africa.
Media watchdog MISA Malawi has described 2024 as a year marred by violence, intimidation, and misuse of cybersecurity laws to suppress critical voices, despite notable strides in media freedom and access to information.
The Media Institute for Southern Africa (MISA) Malawi chapter has called on community radio journalists to hold local duty bearers accountable, especially at the grassroots level.
The Media Institute of Southern Africa (MISA) Malawi chapter has challenged journalists to exercise safety and practice responsible journalism by adhering to all ethical obligations during the elections.
Malawi's President, Dr. Lazarus Chakwera, has affirmed his government's unwavering dedication to upholding media freedom, ensuring journalists can write and publish without fear of interference, as the nation marked World Press Freedom Day.
Media Institute for Southern Africa (MISA) Malawi Chapter has challenged news reporters in the country to hold politicians accountable ahead of the 2025 tripartite elections.
The Media Institute of Southern Africa (MISA Malawi Chapter) has commended President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera and his Tonse Alliance government for fostering the building of a relationship of trust between the media and government.
Media Institute for Southern Africa (MISA) MAlawi Chapter has commended Members of Parliament (MPs) for passing of the long-awaited Data Protection Bill.
