News and statements
MISA Lesotho Launches Public Fact-Checking ‘Check Desk’ to Combat Misinformation
By exposing falsehoods and spotlighting verified information, MISA Lesotho seeks to reduce polarization, bolster democratic accountability, and protect vulnerable populations.
DA Threatens Privatization as MISA Lesotho Uncovers Motjoli FM’s Decade-Long Governance Crisis
It is required by the LCA that radio stations pay for renewal of their broadcasting licenses every 10 years. Frantic efforts initiated in the recent past by the DA with the radio station’s management and relevant authorities, including the LCA and the district police commander, have all failed fruition.
The impact of AI on press freedom and the media
We urgently need a unified, strategic, and inclusive platform where journalists, regulators, telecom companies, civil society, and academia can engage meaningfully on how AI should be governed and integrated in our media and communication systems. The cost of inaction is too high, it is our democracy, our credibility, and our sovereignty that are at stake.
World Press Freedom Day Commemoration
In celebration of World Press Freedom Day, MISA Lesotho reaffirms its commitment to defending Freedom of expression, access to information and the freedom of Media. This year as we look into the effects of artificial intelligence on the very cores of MISA mandate, we highlight the voices behind the headlines, putting into the spotlight the views of Journalists toiling daily to ensure accountability, transparency and democratic governance in Lesotho.
Official Statement of the National Governing Council of MISA Lesotho
While MISA Lesotho is deeply disappointed by these developments, it remains unwavering in its commitment to constitutional democracy, the rule of law, and the independence of law enforcement and judicial institutions. The organisation shall closely monitor the progression of this matter to its legal conclusion, with a view to ensuring transparency, accountability, and justice.
Zambia’s Cyber Bills: A Cautionary Tale for Lesotho
As Lesotho goes on with promises to implement national reforms, the story of Zambia is particularly relevant. Zambia’s recent experience with its Cyber Bills is a stark reminder of how legislation, when introduced without transparency or public participation can have unexpected repercussions that undermine democratic norms.
MISA Lesotho eyes a social enterprise venture
The National Governing Council (NGC) of MISA Lesotho has advanced the Institute’s intention to move into a social enterprise venture for financial viability and sustainability of the media organisation.
Recent Attacks on Media by Public Officials
The media’s role is to investigate, report and ask critical questions without fear of retaliation.
Of basic journalism, social media and AI
• “The proposed digital journalism hub would work wonders for the journalists in Lesotho. It would even improve our investigative and research skills. MISA Lesotho should expedite the development of the hub, lest the spirit of core journalism in Lesotho dies,” – Billy Ntaote