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Journalists undergoing a fact-checking training ahead of September polls

A three-day fact-checking and verification workshop centered on the upcoming 2025 Malawian elections has commenced in Lilongwe. The workshop, organized by Africa Check in partnership with the Media Council of Malawi (MCM) and the Platform for Investigative Journalism has drawn media professionals from across all regions of the country. In the opening session, the facilitator, […]

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MCM urges media professionals to uphold ethical standards during elections

NEWS / Zuleika Nanguwo

The Media Council of Malawi has emphasized the need for media professionals to uphold ethical standards during elections. MCM Executive Director, Moses Kaufa, made the call at a two-day workshop on election coverage taking place in Mangochi under the theme, “Rethinking Community Broadcasting and Ethics Ahead of September 2025 Elections”. He emphasized the importance of

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Community media ombudspersons trained on arbitration systems

NEWS / Zuleika Nanguwo

The Media Council of Malawi conducted a capacity-building workshop for media house ombudspersons on complaints reporting and arbitration systems on Friday in Mzuzu. MCM Executive Director Moses Kaufa encouraged the media ombudspersons to think critically, listen carefully, and make well informed decisions when addressing complaints. He also emphasized the importance of ensuring that media staff

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