'Totally unacceptable': Ramaphosa laments intimidation of journalists

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The intimidation of journalists is sometimes accompanied by threats of sexual violence, the president said in his weekly newsletter on Monday.

“The report notes that while the South African constitution protects freedom and we have an established culture of investigative journalism, a number of impediments still hinder journalists in the performance of their duties. This includes legal injunctions against taking images of national key points or reporting on matters involving state security,” Ramaphosa said in his weekly newsletter on Monday.

The index also reported that journalism was “totally blocked or seriously impeded” in 73 countries and “constrained” in 59 others.“We take great comfort in the knowledge that we have a free, robust media that is able to report without fear or favour about those in power, about the most pressing social issues of our time, and to provide accurate, impartial information to the public.

He again lamented corruption and urged the media to broaden its scope by reporting on social ills faced by many citizens. “Our media should provide accurate and impartial information, enabling the public to make informed decisions, to access opportunities and to improve their lives. They should report both the good news and the bad news, the progress we make and the challenges we face.”

 

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