Ghana organises fourth Africa Media and Democracy Conference

The conference, held in Ghana, will focus on the media, democracy, terrorism, and security.

PSM Weekly: 8-14 Aug

Our weekly round-up of public service media news stories and headlines from around the world.

Why don't we shut down the public service broadcaster?

Jawhar Sirdar, CEO, Prasar Bharati contextualises the reasons why India has and needs an effective public service broadcaster.

Political interference continues at Croatia’s PSB

New report calls for balanced coverage and independence of Croatian public broadcaster, HRT, ahead of crucial parliamentary election in September.

Further curtailment of free speech in the Maldives

The passing of a new defamation law will have further serious consequences for freedom of speech, the media and democracy in the archipelago State.

PSM Weekly: From new tech to new PSBs

Our weekly round-up of public service media news stories from around the world.

Political controversy in Italy as RAI appoints new Directors

New nominations for the Italian public service media’s Board are under heavy criticism by many governmental parties, which are now set to vote on them.

John Momoh appointed Chairman of BON

PMA congratulates John Momoh, Chairman of Channels Media Group on his appointment as Chairman of the Broadcasting Organisations of Nigeria (BON).

Will SABC to take responsibility for its recent conduct?

After firing eight journalists, the South African broadcaster must now justify its reasons and explain why it shouldn’t be held liable for the costs.

BBC iPlayer loophole to close in September

Audiences will lose loophole that allows them to watch the BBC’s iPlayer streaming service for free.