Lesotho: Elections working environment improves for journalists
Journalists in Lesotho signed an election reporting pledge, which was their commitment to covering the elections in an ethical and…
MISA’s Annual Report Highlights Freedom of Expression and Digital Rights Issues in Southern Africa
The year 2021 was one of consolidation and the repositioning of our organisation in the aftermath of the several headwinds…
Lesotho journalists commit to professionalism
Journalists in Lesotho have launched a pledge to uphold ethical principles of journalism during elections that are due to be…
Lesotho Police Shoot Journalist During Protests
Lesotho police have been accused of shooting journalist Ntsoaki Motaung during a youth protest dubbed #BachaShutDown on 6 November 2020….
Lesotho: Proposed Internet Broadcasting Rules Will Stifle Free Speech
The Lesotho government, through the Lesotho Communications Authority (LCA), has proposed new regulations that stipulate that individuals with more than…
AFIC advocates for healthy lives and well-being for all at all ages through access to information
Citizens’ access to information plays a vital role in promoting the realization of their right to health. It facilitates freedom…
Stakeholders Call for a Coordination Mechanism on Safety of Journalists in Africa
Representatives from Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in Africa, including the African Freedom of Expression Exchange (AFEX), and government institutions have…
Freedom of Expression in Africa: 183 Killed by Security Agents in 3 Protests
A total of 183 deaths were recorded from July to December 2016 following clashes between protestors and security agents in…
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Lesotho: Government Closes Two Tadio Stations ahead of World Radio Day Celebrations
This statement was originally published on misa.org on February 10, 2017. Three days ahead of the commemoration of the World…
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Lesotho Times Journalist goes into Exile
This statement was originally published by misa.org on July 19, 2016. Lesotho Times newspaper reporter Keiso Mohloboli fled Lesotho on…
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Lesotho Times Editor Shot by Unknown Assailants
This statement was originally published on misa.org on July 12, 2016. The Lesotho Times newspaper editor Lloyd Mutangamiri was shot…
Basotho media review Peace Building, Conflict Reporting project
On September 4, 2015, MISA Lesotho convened journalists to review the progress and impact of its Media Peace Building and…