July 31st, 2009
The Guardian has published an apology and has settled out of court for an undisclosed amount with the South African President. The paper had described president Zuma in an article as a rapist. President Zuma, although brought to court for both rape and corruption was not convicted as guilty. Read more hereTags: Tags: censorship, defamation, Guardian, Jacob Zuma, libel, rape, South Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa,
June 5th, 2009
The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) is charging the Mail and Guardian with theft, after the newspaper posted an episode of satirical programme ‘Special Assignment’ on its website. Read more hereTags: Tags: Mail Guardian, SABC, South Africa, Special Assignment, Sub-Saharan Africa,
May 20th, 2009
The Freedom of Expression Institute fights for and defends freedom of expression, opposes censorship and fights for the right of equal access to information and knowledge. FXI proactively develops policy to ensure the free flow of information and fight for media diversity.
