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Tsvangirai's Security Guards Bar Journalists From Press Conference
There was an uproar from the journalism fraternity when some of them were barred from covering a scheduled press conference at Morgan Tsvangirai's home on Wednesday, by his security guards.
Source : AllAfrica | 10-Oct-2008 20:55

Zimbabwe: Paul Nyakazeya Scoops Njama Award
The Zimbabwe Independent's Chief Business Reporter Paul Nyakazeya won two Awards at the Annual National Journalistic Awards held at the Rainbow Towers Hotel in Harare last week.
Source : AllAfrica | 10-Oct-2008 17:33

Zimbabwe: Journalists Harassed By Tsvangirai's Security Guards
SEVERAL journalists were on Wednesday barred by MDC president Morgan Tsvangirai's security guards from entering his Strathaven home where the prime minister-designate was scheduled to hold a press conference.
Source : AllAfrica | 10-Oct-2008 17:24

Africa: Africa Blogging Roundup, 6th October 2008
My Haven by Matuba Mahlatjie:
Source : AllAfrica | 10-Oct-2008 16:42

Cameroon: Gov'ts Information Hoarding Thwarts Nation Building
Representatives of civil society, the media, faith-based organisations, public officers and parliamentarians from Cameroon, Central and Francophone West African countries have noted with regret that the hoarding of information by government officials negatively affects the socio-economic and political growth of a nation.
Source : AllAfrica | 10-Oct-2008 16:39

Cameroon: Media Women Resolve to Combat Gender Injustice
Female media practitioners in the Southwest Province have resolved to combat gender injustice in media houses.
Source : AllAfrica | 10-Oct-2008 15:41

Namibia: Newspaper Recalled Over Mudge Blunder
IN an unprecedented move, the weekly English-language free newspaper Informanté has ordered the recall of all its copies printed and distributed yesterday, as a result of mistaken identity in their lead story.
Source : AllAfrica | 10-Oct-2008 15:19

Rwanda: Mixed Reactions on MHC Report
State Media has officially dismissed a report that was launched Wednesday by the Media High Council (MHC) on how government-owned media outlets allocated and distributed airtime to political parties and the lone independent candidate during the just concluded parliamentary campaigns.
Source : AllAfrica | 10-Oct-2008 13:51

Zambia: Court Dismisses M'membe's Appeal
THE Lusaka High Court has dismissed an application by Post Newspapers Editor-in Chief, Fred M'membe to appeal to the Supreme Court and stay the contempt proceedings against him.
Source : AllAfrica | 10-Oct-2008 12:41

Nigeria: Olayinka Babasanya Craig (1948-2008)
The recent demise of Olayinka Babasanya Craig, otherwise simply known as Yinka Craig, is a deadly blow to the journalism profession. It is especially so to television broadcasting.
Source : AllAfrica | 10-Oct-2008 11:27

Nigeria: Season of Lamentation
A few days ago, Nigeria attained 48 years of self-rule, and without explanation, President Umaru Yar'Adua ordered low-key celebrations ostensibly to reflect the not-too-happy mood of the nation precipitated by the plethora of political, social, and economic challenges that continue to trouble the nation.
Source : AllAfrica | 10-Oct-2008 11:11

Nigeria: Muhammad Haruna, NNDC And Nostalgia
The reader who knows the seasoned journalist who was once the Managing Director of New Nigerian newspaper may be confused with the name in our title above. The ace journalist's name is usually written as Mohammed, the secular and English way that the name of our noble messenger Muhammad is written.
Source : AllAfrica | 10-Oct-2008 09:59

Government Ropes in Media in Alcohol War
In a desperate effort to win the liquor war, the Office of the President (OP) has reportedly ordered the state media to run stories and programmes emphasising the negative effects of alcohol.
Source : AllAfrica | 10-Oct-2008 09:58

Songwriter Sentenced to Three Years in Prison
The WiPC protests the three-year prison sentence and exorbitant fine imposed on the well known singer-songwriter Lapiro de Mbanga (real name Pierre Roger Lambo Sandjo) on 24 September 2008 for allegedly taking part in anti-government riots. Mbanga is known as an outspoken critic of the government, both as a songwriter and an opposition party member. The WiPC fears that the sentence is connected to his critical lyrics and, as such, is in violation of his right to freedom of expression. It calls on the Cameroonian authorities to release Mbanga immediately and unconditionally.
Source : AllAfrica | 10-Oct-2008 09:57

Editor Previously Sentenced to Prison Granted Presidential Pardon
EOHR welcomes the presidential pardon granted by President Gamal Mubarak for Ibrahim Issa, editor-en-chief of "Al Dostour" newspaper. The pardon was issued on 6 October 2008, after Issa was sentenced to two months in prison by Boulaque Misdemeanors Appeal Court in the case that was known as the "President's health".
Source : AllAfrica | 10-Oct-2008 09:57

Côte d'Ivoire: Witness Claims Pressure From French Presidency in Case of Kidnapped Journalist
Reporters Without Borders said it was mystified to learn at a meeting with the French investigating judges in the Guy-André Kieffer abduction case that a witness has claimed to have been put under pressure from within the French presidency not to testify before the judges.
Source : AllAfrica | 10-Oct-2008 09:57

Uganda: Vision to Strengthen Its Market Dominance
THE New Vision is to cement its dominance of the media industry with billions of shillings in planned investment into expansion of printing capacity and entrance into the electronic media.
Source : AllAfrica | 10-Oct-2008 09:32

Nigeria: A Touchstone Called FOI Bill
I have no problem with the FoI Bill. But libel for instance has to be a criminal offence. If you do not do that, it is like saying give us freedom to do what we want to do. The nation needed to approach any law on freedom of information with great caution. -David Mark, Senate President of Nigeria (in September, 2008)
Source : AllAfrica | 09-Oct-2008 18:05

Nigeria: The FOI Bill - Because Everything Government Owns is Yours! (2)
I envisage this zinger in Section 2 of the Bill to throw up issues of locus standi in order to create not only delays and frustrations but also veiled and varied interpretations of national security which could fetter the judge's discretion. The requirement in this section is further proof that the Yar'Adua Administration would continue the secrecy, hypocrisy, and failed policies Nigeria has suffered over 100 years.
Source : AllAfrica | 09-Oct-2008 18:05

Nigeria: Four Years After, Controversy Still Trails FOI Bill
Information, according to Thomas Jefferson, former President of the United States of America, is the "currency of democracy". But it is doubtful if Nigerian legislators share Jefferson's view or so it seems. Four years after the Freedom of Information (FoI) Bill scaled through the first reading at the lower chambers of Nigeria's National Assembly, Nigerians still bear the brunt of ineptness of its leaders in the executive and legislative arms of government whose respective responsibility it is to pass and assent to the bill. LAW EDITOR Adam Adedimeji traces the intrigues of FoI Bill and the efforts of civil society groups to see to its passage against all odds.
Source : AllAfrica | 09-Oct-2008 18:05

Côte d'Ivoire: American Embassy's National Daily Press Review
This daily press review is compiled by the Information Section of the Public Affairs Office of the American Embassy in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire.
Source : AllAfrica | 09-Oct-2008 17:33

Africa: Celebrating the 400th Issue of Pambazuka News
This is the 400th issue of Pambazuka News. As if to mark this occasion, we received news today that, for the fourth year running, Pambazuka News has been voted amongst the top 10 websites "who are changing the world of Internet and Politics" by PoliticsOnline and eDemocracy Forum. But to make this really special, we learned that, thanks to you - our readers, contributors and supporters - we received the highest number of votes cast, more votes than Barack Obama's entry in the competition!
Source : AllAfrica | 09-Oct-2008 17:32

Africa: Liberation, Information, and the Pan-Africanist Press
Reviewing the historic role of African and African-American publications in the struggle for representation and access to information, Walter Turner situates Pambazuka News in an established line of liberatory writing. While illustrating the ability of publications like Pambazuka to catalyse social change, Turner stresses respect for the history of activist media and the importance of continual support to sustain their future vitality.
Source : AllAfrica | 09-Oct-2008 17:32

Africa: Pambazuka And the 'Yes And No' of Solidarity
As Henning Melber underlines in his discussion of Pambazuka's commitment to social justice, solidarity is a multi-faceted notion of shifting meaning and use for its appropriators. Reviewing the experiences and intellectual traditions of figures such as Frantz Fanon and John Sanbonmatsu, Melber argues that while solidarity will never be a fixed state of mind, the goal of mediums like Pambazuka will always centre on the struggle for equality, justice and human dignity.
Source : AllAfrica | 09-Oct-2008 17:32

Sierra Leone: Concord Times wins human rights award again
Defending champion of the Journalists for Human Rights award for excellence in human rights reporting in the newspaper category has repeated the feat in 2008.
Source : AllAfrica | 09-Oct-2008 17:13

Uganda: GTV, Guinness in Mega Premiership Promotion
Uganda Breweries, through their Guinness brand have officially formalised their partnership with Gateway Television (GTV) to screen the English Premier League (EPL) in Uganda.
Source : AllAfrica | 09-Oct-2008 13:17

Namibia: Country at Channel O Awards
NAMIBIA will have four representatives at tonight's Channel O Music Awards in Johannesburg.
Source : AllAfrica | 09-Oct-2008 12:27

South Africa: The Hot New Frequency in Limpopo
This time last year, Capricorn FM was only a dream that had yet to materialise. As Limpopo Province's first commercial radio station catering for the black urban market, Capricorn FM only went on air for the first time on 27 November, 2007 and has exceeded its goals, with 1.5 million listeners in its first year.
Source : AllAfrica | 09-Oct-2008 11:09

Nigeria: Journalist Becomes First Class Chief in Kogi
The head, Marketing and North-West operations of the African Independent Television ( AIT) Alhaji Ahmed Abdulraheem Ogido has been elected the Ohi of Ihima Chiefdom in Kogi State.
Source : AllAfrica | 09-Oct-2008 10:35

Zimbabwe: Educate Public on Role of Parliament, Media Told
The media should educate the public on the role and functions of Parliament, a senior official has said. Clerk of Parliament Mr Austin Zvoma was addressing journalists during a reception held for the media on Tuesday night.
Source : AllAfrica | 09-Oct-2008 10:33

Nigeria: Nema Inaugurates Media Information Committee
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), yesterday inaugurated the Media Information Committee for the management of information dissemination on disaster in the country.
Source : AllAfrica | 09-Oct-2008 10:10

Nigeria: The Chains Around Journalism
The practice of journalism has in recent time come under pressure as media practitioners ranging from publishers, editors and reporters struggle to keep their heads above water in a society where etics and other pristine values are under attack. However, as information and communication are strategic in contemporary societies, media practitioners must overcome to stay relevant.
Source : AllAfrica | 09-Oct-2008 10:10

South Africa: Freeing the SABC a National Priority
SA's ruling elite has become extremely litigious. The courts are ruling the roost as charges, countercharges and appeals among public officials become the order of the day. In the process, key institutions such as the judiciary, the National Prosecuting Authority and the SABC are being wrecked.
Source : AllAfrica | 09-Oct-2008 10:05

Niger: Journalist Moussa Kaka Freed
IFEX members hailed the provisional release of Moussa Kaka, a local reporter for Radio France International (RFI) and Reporters Without Borders (RSF), who has been freed after spending more than a year in jail on charges of collaborating with rebels in northern Niger.
Source : AllAfrica | 09-Oct-2008 10:03

Liberia: PUL Fines Five Reporters for 'Ethical Misconduct'
The Press Union of Liberia has reprimanded five journalists for ethical misconduct following their admission of guilt in a recent investigative mission to Margibi County .
Source : AllAfrica | 09-Oct-2008 09:54

Liberia: PUL Welcome Ellen's U.S.$100,000 Donation
The Press Union of Liberia (PUL) has welcomed the recent announcement by Deputy Information Minister Cletus Sieh of the Government's contribution of One-hundred Thousand United States Dollars to its Headquarter Project, in Sinkor.
Source : AllAfrica | 09-Oct-2008 09:54

Mozambique: New Daily Paper Launched
The independent Mozambican media company SOICO has relaunched its weekly paper "O Pais" as a daily.
Source : AllAfrica | 09-Oct-2008 09:42

South Africa: Radio 702 Scores Marketing Kudos for Hosting the News
WHEN Talk Radio 702 won the BBC Africa Radio Awards prize for radio station of the year last year, one of the reasons given by the judges was that the station hosted a live press conference with African National Congress (ANC) president Jacob Zuma the day after he was acquitted of rape.
Source : AllAfrica | 09-Oct-2008 09:41

Côte d'Ivoire: American Embassy's National Daily Press Review
This daily press review is compiled by the Information Section of the Public Affairs Office of the American Embassy in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire. For questions regarding this service, please contact: Mr. Teko Folli in the Public Affairs Press Office, TekoFX@state.gov.
Source : AllAfrica | 09-Oct-2008 09:27

Africa: Media Linked to Action Key for Gender Justice
"The media has huge and largely untapped power to promote and protect gender justice," Joanne Sandler told Congress during a keynote presentation 7 October.
Source : AllAfrica | 09-Oct-2008 08:40

International Media Interest in President Ben Ali's Initiative to Contribute to UN World Solidarity Fund
The international press continues to show interest in President Ben Ali's initiative to contribute to the United Nations World Solidarity Fund for the Eradication of Poverty, by requesting oil- rich nations to allocate one dollar per oil barrel to the Fund, in order to curb the dangers posed by the world food crisis.
Source : AllAfrica | 08-Oct-2008 13:46

Zim Inflation Hamstrings 'Regional' Newspaper
THE partnership of the State-owned newspaper New Era and its Zimbabwean counterpart, into which Namibia has pumped over N$6 million so far to publish a regional paper, is dogged by the high inflation rate in that country.
Source : AllAfrica | 08-Oct-2008 13:12

Nigeria: Minister Approves Dismissal of NAN Director
Four senior employees of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) have been relieved of their positions over alleged financial irregularities and unethical accounting practices before May 2007.
Source : AllAfrica | 08-Oct-2008 12:53

Niger: CPJ Welcomes Release of Moussa Kaka
The Committee to Protect Jounalists welcomes today?s provisional release of veteran Nigerien journalist Moussa Kaka after more than a year behind bars on anti-state charges.
Source : AllAfrica | 08-Oct-2008 11:59

South Africa: Argus Writer Awarded for Island Expose
An expose of the environmental disaster on Robben Island earlier this year has garnered Cape Argus environment and science writer John Yeld an award in the prestigious 2008 Vodacom journalist of the year awards.
Source : AllAfrica | 08-Oct-2008 11:30

Amodu Bars Journalists From Eagles' Camp
Super Eagles Chief coach Shaibu Amodu yesterday barred journalists from access to the players in camp. The coach had instructed stern looking security men not to allow journalists anywhere near the camp of the Super Eagles players ahead of their formality 2010 Nations' Cup and World Cup qualifier with the Leone Stars of Sierra Leone this Saturday.
Source : AllAfrica | 08-Oct-2008 11:24