African journalism at heart of decolonisation

A close look at politics in Africa shows that they are closely linked to the press through political party newspapers, magazines and newsletters and even radio stations. This is despite the latest standoff between the various stakeholders on whether the media in the continent, and Southern African Development Community (SADC) region in particular, should regulate itself or governments should come up with statutory control measures.

In some cases, arguments regarding this noble profession have centred on legal (constitutional) impediments.