Mmegi for non-statutory self regulation media council

Our presentation is structured into three key sections. The first provides a historical overview of Botswana’s media landscape over the past 15 years or so, particularly regarding previous administrations’ attempts to introduce media laws. The second examines different regulatory approaches to media governance. The third highlights the urgent priority for Botswana’s media industry, which faces an imminent existential threat.

The new government’s commitment to repealing the Media Practitioners Association Act (MPAA) and related laws presents a significant opportunity to establish a framework that ensures accountability while safeguarding press independence. Policy interventions are designed to address existing or anticipated challenges. We assume that the administration has identified critical issues within the media landscape—both in terms of legislation and industry operations—and seeks to resolve them effectively.