On Friday, 3 October 2025, the Media Development and Diversity Agency (MDDA) — led by Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Mr Kenny Morolong (MP), alongside the MDDA Board, Mr Qondile Khedama — proudly unveiled state-of-the-art digitised studios at Qwaqwa Radio in Phuthaditshaba,

The Media Development and Diversity Agency invites you to join us for the official launch of the “Statement of Commitment and Call to Action on Safeguarding Journalists Against Online Harms.” This landmark initiative in partnership with the German Coperation (GIZ) goes beyond

The Media Development and Diversity Agency (MDDA) was appointed by Deutsche Gesellschaft für internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) in rolling out its flagship (intervention) for the prevention of online gender-based-violence against women journalists. This intervention is part of

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The research conducted by the Media Development and Diversity Agency (MDDA) on behalf of the Deutsche Gesellschaft für internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) for its flagship intervention for the prevention of online gender-based-violence against women journalists. The research

⌛1 WEEK TO GO till the Official Launch of the Statement of Commitment and Call to Action on Safeguarding Journalists Against Online Harms. A weakened democracy is the result of silenced voices #ProtectOurJournalists #ProtectMediaFreedom 📅Date: 20 October 2025 🕗Time: 10:00

#MFF2025 LIVE NOW: Panel Discussion🎙️ Liezle Wilson from SABC moderates our first panel discussion for the day under the theme - Resilience and Sustainability: Building a Media that lasts. SANEF Media Development and Diversity Agency(MDDA)

First panel now facilitated by the wonderful Liezle Wilson with Media Development and Diversity Agency(MDDA) Kate Skinner from Aip, Reggy Moalusi from SANEF our own Thandi Smith and special guest Peter Herbst #mff25

📷1 WEEK TO GO till the Official Launch of the Statement of Commitment and Call to Action on Safeguarding Journalists Against Online Harms. To reserve your spot, please click on the link below: form.jotform.com/.../mdda-x-giz… A weakened democracy is the result of silenced voices

MDDA Welcomes Advocate Menischia Natalie Du Plessis as Company Secretary The Media Development and Diversity Agency (MDDA) have appointed Advocate Menischia Natalie Du Plessis as Company Secretary, strengthening the Agency’s governance, compliance, and accountability frameworks

As we prepare to commemorate “Black Wednesday,” a significant date in the history of media freedom in the country. On October 19, 1977, the apartheid government banned several publications and arrested journalists and activists, with the intention of restricting press freedom and

Join the MDDA and GIZ at the official launch of the Statement of Commitment and Call to Action on Safeguarding Journalists Against Online Harms! As part of the launch, two expert panels will reflect on the research findings and pledge their commitment to protecting journalists

Join the MDDA and GIZ at the official launch of the Statement of Commitment and Call to Action on Safeguarding Journalists Against Online Harms! As part of the launch, two expert panels will reflect on the research findings and pledge their commitment to protecting journalists

Join the MDDA and GIZ at the official launch of the Statement of Commitment and Call to Action on Safeguarding Journalists Against Online Harms! As part of the launch, two expert panels will reflect on the research findings and pledge their commitment to protecting journalists

Join the MDDA and GIZ at the official launch of the Statement of Commitment and Call to Action on Safeguarding Journalists Against Online Harms! As part of the launch, two expert panels will reflect on the research findings and pledge their commitment to protecting journalists

Join the MDDA and GIZ at the official launch of the Statement of Commitment and Call to Action on Safeguarding Journalists Against Online Harms! As part of the launch, two expert panels will reflect on the research findings and pledge their commitment to protecting journalists

Join the MDDA and GIZ at the official launch of the Statement of Commitment and Call to Action on Safeguarding Journalists Against Online Harms! As part of the launch, two expert panels will reflect on the research findings and pledge their commitment to protecting journalists

The MDDA and GIZ officially launched the groundbreaking research findings on online harms facing media practitioners, followed by the signing of a joint Statement of Commitment. This milestone marks a united front in protecting journalists and fostering safer digital spaces for

On 20 October 2025, the Media Development and Diversity Agency (MDDA) in partnership with German Cooperation (GIZ) launched a Statement of Commitment, a bold step in demonstrating intent by media houses, partners and government entities to protect female and queer journalists

At the official launch of the groundbreaking research findings on online harms facing media practitioners — followed by the signing of a joint Statement of Commitment — one clear message echoed throughout: South Africa needs a societal mindset shift in addressing cyberbullying