The Indaba is running under the theme ‘Access to information for local development’ and seeks to promote access to information from rural district councils as provided for under the new Freedom of Information Act which was gazetted on the 1st of July 2020. #CommunityMediaIndaba
Emakhandeni-Luveve MP Discent Bajila speaks on the importance of the #CommunityMediaIndaba
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We had another successful Animal Care Day in Smartie Town. We were able to feed many dogs and cats
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Section 18 requires public entities to submit reports to the Zimbabwe Media Commission showing how many requests have been made to them, granted, denied & extended.
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Another highlight of the #CommunityMediaIndaba was the issuing of certificates in recognition & honour of outstanding coverage of local issues. The top three represent Tsholotsho, Lupane & Hwange Districts.
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Women's Institute for Leadership Development's Communication Manager, Loraine Phiri says the Freedom of Access to Information Act is key to women making informed choices & reaching their full potential.
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Community Podium is currently hosting a Community Media Indaba under the theme 'Access to Information for Local Development. You can follow the conversation live on the following link: facebook.com/share/v/J1GQ7b…
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Freedom of Information Act Chapter 10.34 ( #FOIA ) mandates public entities to have a written info disclosure policy for transparency & accountability. #RightToInformation
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Tariro Shoniwa from Zimbabwe Media Commission unpacks the Freedom of Access to Information Act, public entities' duty to disclose information and complaints handling procedures during the Community Podium's #communitymediaindaba
Zibusiso J. Dube from Accountability Lab Zimbabwe emphasised that access to information is key for holding public entities accountable.
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Zimbabwe Media Commission's Brian Tomo urged government, CSOs, & media to educate citizens on their constitutional right to information (Sections 61 & 62). He also encouraged citizens to take responsibility and seek information!
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Women's Institute for Leadership Development is attending a community media indaba conducted by Community Podium.
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I am attending a Community Media Indaba in Bulawayo brought to you by Community Podium #communitymediaindaba
Congratulations🎈 Consistency is an attribute you all have exhibited. I love that you continue to write about your respective districts. Community Podium will remain a platform to amplify voices of the marginalized communities
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I am attending a Community Media Indaba in Bulawayo brought to you by the Community Podium #CommunityMediaIndaba
Access to information is key for women to make informed choices and drive their socio-economic development. Make Access to information a reality in Zimbabwe to ensure women are full participants in society.
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