The Zimbabwe example

The Zimbabwe example

In early June, the Zimbabwean Supreme Court freed two journalists, Mark Chavhunduka (editor of "The Standard) and his reporter Ray Choto, on a technicality. The two had been charged for publishing false statements likely to cause fear, alarm or despondency among the public or any section thereo...

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Published in:New African (London. 1978) 2000-07 (387), p.27-28
Main Author: Matonga, Bright
Format: Magazinearticle
Language:eng
Subjects:
Chavanduka, Mark
Choto, Ray
Coups d'etat
Freedom of speech
Journalists
National security
Supreme Court decisions
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Summary:In early June, the Zimbabwean Supreme Court freed two journalists, Mark Chavhunduka (editor of "The Standard) and his reporter Ray Choto, on a technicality. The two had been charged for publishing false statements likely to cause fear, alarm or despondency among the public or any section thereof. This is a highly controversial ruling that will forever haunt future governments.
ISSN:0142-9345
2051-3054