Zimbabwe Information Minister Jefran Muswere stated that journalists need constant protection in the country. He explained that asking for the removal of a democratically elected government goes beyond the scope of press freedoms. These remarks came during the third-anniversary event for 3Ktv at their offices in Harare last Friday. Muswere highlighted the need to understand how constitutional frameworks guide media operations as Zimbabwe moves toward its Vision 2030.
The Constitution grants freedom of expression through Section 61 and access to information through Section 62. However, Muswere clarified that neither section permits calls to overthrow the legitimate government. He urged that media freedom requires vigilant protection and emphasized the ongoing need to safeguard journalists. Muswere confirmed that his ministry and the Zimbabwe Media Commission would continue supporting journalists and helping media outlets grow.
He added that despite upholding constitutional freedoms of expression, the media industry must develop based on ethical standards and factual reporting. Muswere referenced President Mnangagwa's saying that Zimbabwe must be built by Zimbabweans, noting every journalist shares this responsibility. He stressed that media ethics form the foundation of journalism and help ensure information sources remain credible.
The government has created various legislative, policy, and infrastructure programs to boost media diversity across Zimbabwe. Muswere acknowledged existing barriers to media industry growth as they prepared amendments to the Broadcasting Services Act. During his visit to 3Ktv studios, he observed how technology merges with human development, modernizing studios as the country progresses toward becoming an upper-middle-income society with an informed population.
The Constitution grants freedom of expression through Section 61 and access to information through Section 62. However, Muswere clarified that neither section permits calls to overthrow the legitimate government. He urged that media freedom requires vigilant protection and emphasized the ongoing need to safeguard journalists. Muswere confirmed that his ministry and the Zimbabwe Media Commission would continue supporting journalists and helping media outlets grow.
He added that despite upholding constitutional freedoms of expression, the media industry must develop based on ethical standards and factual reporting. Muswere referenced President Mnangagwa's saying that Zimbabwe must be built by Zimbabweans, noting every journalist shares this responsibility. He stressed that media ethics form the foundation of journalism and help ensure information sources remain credible.
The government has created various legislative, policy, and infrastructure programs to boost media diversity across Zimbabwe. Muswere acknowledged existing barriers to media industry growth as they prepared amendments to the Broadcasting Services Act. During his visit to 3Ktv studios, he observed how technology merges with human development, modernizing studios as the country progresses toward becoming an upper-middle-income society with an informed population.
