ZAMBIA on Monday joined the rest of the global community in commemorating the World Press Freedom Day, with many voices emphasising the imperative need to ensure that only credible and verifiable information is disseminated to the public.This important day is a reminder to governments about the need to respect media freedom while on the flip side, it reminds media practitioners to verily reflect on professional ethics and on the need for them to practice ethical journalism to the core.This year, the commemoration is of paramount importance because Zambia goes to the polls in about three months and media practitioners will be faced with a daunting task of balancing coverage of opposition parties and the ruling Patriotic Front (PF).This day also reminds not only journalists but also other stakeholders on professionals who have either been incapacitated or killed in the line of duty.Even before delving into the nitty-gritty of the World Press Freedom Day, it will […]
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