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Al Osman says ruling DPP ‘ afraid of public opinion’: Malawi broadcasters criticize call-in shows suspension

June 11, 2019 By Nyasa Times Reporter

Supporters of press freedom in Malawi are denouncing a government order suspending all radio and television call-in programs. Malawi’s Communications Regulatory Authority issued the order on Friday, saying it is concerned that the programs could trigger more post-election violence. Malawi’s privately-owned Capital Radio station is known for broadcasting lively chat shows about politics and society […]

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Media bodies back Malawi vote recount drive

May 28, 2014 By Nyasa Times Reporter

Media organisations in Malawi have made a strong appeal to stakeholders in the electoral system to support the effort the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) is taking in resolving the standoff rocking the announcement of the May 20 tripartite elections. Malawi went to polls on May 20 to vote for the president, parliamentarians and councilors but […]

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Capital Radio halts restructuring exercise: Normalcy returns to newsroom

September 20, 2012 By Nyasa Times Reporter

A privately owned Capital Radio has halted its restructuring exercise which was planned to chop over five staff members in the news and current affairs department. The move comes after news room staff quizzed the management to come clear on who is on the chop list after three of their colleagues were unexpectedly given letters […]

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