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Botswana’s media is in crisis
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We live in a divided political environment and amid radical economic disparities. But there is one thing...
Pippa Green announced as new press ombud
The renowned journalist and writer has held senior editorial positions in both print and broadcast media
Media24 and HuffPost to end SA partnership
The companies launched HuffPost SA as a partnership in November 2016
Press Council appoints new executive director
The Press Council of South Africa has announced that Latiefa Mobara has been appointed as its new executive director
ANC: Devious or Dim?
The ANC claims they're vindicated by a Press Council verdict on a recent M&G headline. Play "Devious, or Dim?". You be the judge.
South Africans don’t complain much, press commission told
The number of complaints to the press ombud in South Africa is relatively low, the Press Freedom Commission has been told.
Zapiro slams new press code
The cartoonist believes it is too prescriptive and ignores the creative freedom of artists.
Revamp press code, team proposes
But council reiterates the importance of self-regulation to uphold standards.
Press Council hits back after ANCYL attack on ombud
An ANCYL attack on the press ombud is aimed at boosting a bid by a faction of the ANC for a media appeals tribunal, the Press Council said on Tuesday.
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Africa should abandon the neoliberal path to be able to deal with Covid-19 and other health system challenges likely to emerge in future
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Covid-19: Eased lockdown and rule of law Webinar
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Covid-19 and Frontline Workers
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PPS webinar Part 2: Small business, big risk
The risks that businesses face and how they can be dealt with are something all business owners should be well acquainted with
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Call for applications for the position of GCRO executive director
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DriveRisk stays safe with high-tech thermal camera solution
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