Media Releases

Media Monitoring Africa (MMA) is proud to announce the lsu Elihle AwardsTop 6 finalists

On Friday, the 4th of July, the SOS Support Public Broadcasting Coalition (SOS), together with Media Monitoring Africa (MMA), the Campaign for Free Expression (CFE), the Freedom of Expression Institute (FXI), Cape Town TV (CTV), the…

PRESS STATEMENTMedia Monitoring Africa (MMA) strongly condemns the arrest and detention of respected Zimbabwean journalist and editor of the Zimbabwe Independent, Faith Zaba

JOHANNESBURG, - Media Monitoring Africa (MMA), with Web Ranger partners, are excited to launch a series of digital literacy outreach activities to commemorate National Child Protection Week

For immediate releaseMedia Monitoring Africa (MMA) confirms its participation in the significant SAHRC v Lagardien matter, where it will assist the court in navigating the complex interplay between fundamental rights in a diverse society

We, the undersigned civil society organisations, write to express our deep concern and strong condemnation of the recent public statements and directives issued by Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture, Mr Gayton McKenzie

PRESS STATEMENTFor Immediate ReleaseMedia Monitoring Africa (MMA) emphasises that words shape our understanding of issues, the prioritisation of challenges, and the formation of responses

Media Release25 February 2025Johannesburg: On May 29, , South Africa marked 30 years of democracy by holding its 7th National and Provincial Elections

PRESS STATEMENTJohannesburg, [24th February, ] – Media Monitoring Africa (MMA) strongly condemns the continued identification of children who were rescued after being reported missing or kidnapped

JOHANNESBURG, - Media Monitoring Africa (MMA) and its partners are launching the10th annual Web Rangers project, in celebration of Safer Internet Day, under the day’s global theme"Too good to be true

Johannesburg: Media Monitoring Africa launches Advanced Media Literacy Programme (AMPL) to Empower Learners

We, South African Civil Society organisations, looking to protect and promote human rightsand democracy in our country, are appalled not only at the threats issued by US PresidentTrump against South Africa but by his dangerous lies

MADOAT is an innovative online media advocacy tool designed to spotlight the best and worstpractices in media reporting on children

Isu Elihle Awards winners

South African Children Demand Better Online Privacy ProtectionsJohannesburg, – As we celebrate World Children’s Day, young people across South Africa are calling for urgent action to improve online privacy and safety…

Johannesburg, — Media Monitoring Africa (MMA) is excited to announce the Media Freedom Festival under the theme, “Media for Democracy: Ensuring Access, Accountability and Integrity in Journalism”

JOHANNESBURG, - Media Monitoring Africa (MMA) announced the lsu Elihle Awards Top 6 finalists onTuesday,

The Campaign for Free Expression (CFE), Media Monitoring Africa (MMA), and SOS Support Public Broadcasting Coalition are deeply concerned at the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC)’s statement rejecting the Democratic Alliance’s…

Media Monitoring Africa (MMA) is delighted to launch its 8th edition of the Isu Elihle Awards Competition – an African ground-breaking initiative that promotes and supports ethical, engaging and quality reporting on children’s issues

STATEMENT: 28 April 2024Condemnation of State Security Agency’s Attempt to Vet SABC Head of NewsSouth African National Editors’ Forum (SANEF), Media Monitoring Africa (MMA), SOS Support Public Broadcasting Coalition (SOS) and the Campaign…