The Media Council of Malawi conducted monitoring visits to media houses in the Northern Region.
These visits were intended to appreciate operational progress, document best practices that recognize the valuable work being done by media outlets, and promote professionalism by encouraging adherence to the code of ethics and standards of practice in journalism.
At Rumphi FM and Chirundu FM in NkhataBay, the Council followed up on the progress made since the February training for media managers on governance and resource mobilization and took time to understand the stations’ operations better.
At Rumphi FM, the staff expressed a strong interest in gaining a deeper understanding of the roles of the council, the challenges it faces that could be addressed through collaboration with community radio stations, and the steps the council is taking to improve the welfare of journalists.
Similarly, at Chirundu FM, staff were eager to learn how the council protects journalists and to fully understand the accreditation process.
MCM Executive Director Moses Kaufa, among other points, encouraged the staff to uphold the media code of ethics and professional conduct, emphasizing that doing so would enhance their operations and help build strong, trust-based relationships with their listeners.
He also stressed the importance of accreditation, noting that being accredited offers protection and professional recognition through the Council.
This initiative is part of the UNESCO-funded project under the International Programme for the Development of Communication (IPDC), focused on strengthening the capacity of community media houses for sustainable operations.
