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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

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Namibia

NAMPA Denies Political Influence in Decision-Making Process

The Namibia Press Agency has responded to allegations by Dr. Job Shipululo Amupanda, who claimed that the Agency’s decision to revoke the secondment of Mr. Confidence Musariri to New Era Publication Corporation was politically motivated. In a press release, NAMPA’s Board reaffirmed its commitment to impartiality, stating that the decision was based purely on merit and evidence, with no political interference. NAMPA emphasized its dedication to transparency, integrity, and maintaining […]

todayNovember 18, 2024 8

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Namibia

Media Professionals’ Union Applauds Transparency And Criticizes Political Interference in Press Freedom

The Media Professionals’ Union has praised the Information and Communication Technology ministry for confirming the dismissal of New Era’s managing editor, Johnathan Beukes, highlighting it as a rare act of transparency. However, the union emphasized the deeper concern that Beukes' firing was linked to his commitment to true journalism, pointing to ongoing political interference that threatens press freedom in the country. Acting Secretary General, Jemima Beukes  

todayNovember 13, 2024 14

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Africa

Zambia’s Hichilema fires judges over alleged misconduct

Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema has fired three top judges he had previously suspended for alleged judicial misconduct, pushing further accusations of political interference in the judiciary. According to the BBC, these judges were involved in a 2016 presidential petition where they dismissed Hichilema's challenge to former President Edgar Lungu's election victory. They also participated in a contentious ruling that allowed Lungu to run in the 2021 elections, despite his having […]

todayOctober 22, 2024 12

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Press freedom in Kenya, Uganda and Rwanda: what journalists have to say about doing their jobs

  By Karen McIntyre, Virginia Commonwealth University and Meghan Sobel Cohen, Regis University   A majority of the world’s population has experienced a decline in press freedom in recent years, according to a UN report. In east Africa, the results are mixed and debatable. In Rwanda, both international press freedom rankings and journalists on the ground say press freedom has increased over the past 10 years. In neighbouring Uganda, both […]

todayMarch 19, 2024 9

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