Sunday May 3, 2020-The Media Owners Association of Zambia (MOAZ) President Kenny Tonga commends journalists

PRESS STATEMENT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

LUSAKA- Sunday May 3, 2020-The Media Owners Association of Zambia (MOAZ) wishes to commend journalists for their tireless efforts towards the fight against the lethal coronavirus, as they commemorate the World Press Freedom Day themed: “Journalism without Fear or Favour”

It is indisputable, media practitioners are risking their lives in a bid to inform and educate members of the public about the covid-19. We salute them for being heroes and heroines during this difficult period.

However we urge all journalists to adhere to the health guidelines aimed at preventing the spread of the deadly virus.

We further implore stakeholders to extend their support to journalists by providing personal protective equipment.

MOAZ also wishes to remind Government, Non-Governmental Organizations, politicians, church leaders and other stakeholders to reflect on the critical role that journalists play in the development of the country.

The Association notes with concern the challenges men and women in the media face while executing their work, especially during elections and calls on all stakeholders to protect them. A number of journalists in the country have been harassed and assaulted in order to instill in fear them.

With a few months left before the 2021 general elections, we strongly urge political leaders to begin preaching peace in their parties and embrace journalists as communicators not enemies.

Media Owners Association of Zambia President Kenny Tonga

As we encourage media practitioners to continue upholding professionalism, media intimidations and attacks should not be left to continue.

We therefore call upon journalists to stand strong and united as they inform and educate members of the public on various issues in the country.

Issued by:
Kenny Tonga
Media Owners Association of Zambia (MOAZ) – President

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