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PSM Weekly | 29 June – 5 July 2022

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


RFI Afrique uses messaging application WhatsApp to interact with audiences across Africa. Credit: RFI.

RFI Afrique: Using WhatsApp to disseminate news across the continent

RFI Afrique’s innovative use of WhatsApp has been found to reach audiences across the continent, push back against disinformation, and combat accessibility challenges in Africa.


RNZ

RNZ CEO: new public media entity is “a bold and unique step”

The CEO of Radio New Zealand explains how the new public media entity presents an outstanding opportunity for public service media.


Recent News


Media professionals answer back to SABC censorship

South African public service broadcasting is experiencing deep unrest following a series of measures which are limiting the production of and access to news in the country.

Maldives government forces critical news website to close

The Public Media Alliance is deeply concerned about freedom of the press and media independence in the Maldives after a sustained period of government pressure upon critical news outlets.

Future for Public Service Television [UK] report published

After an eight-month inquiry, the Future for Public Television report has been released. Its conclusions consist of suggestions for the future of public and free-to-air television in the UK.

The week in public service media

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

Verification Handbook

Featured Publication A definitive guide to verifying digital content for emergency coverage

UN experts express concern as Brazilian government interferes with public TV

Two UN experts on freedom of expression have commented on the recent Brazilian government agenda in regards to public media.

Pakistan and China strike new broadcast deal

Pakistan has granted permission for China’s state broadcaster CCTV and documentary channel CCTV-9 to be transmitted in the country.

Media Groups in the Philippines seek better relationship between media and the president

Media groups wrote an editorial commenting on the relationship between the Philippines’ president Rodrigo Duterte and the state media, calling for better reporting, pay and protection for…

South African PSB won't show negative stories about its president

The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) will now avoid covering negative news about its president on a plea for “respect”.

Croatia must ensure public broadcaster's independence

IPI Press Release: Public broadcasting independence, defamation laws and the safety of journalists in Croatia are chief concerns for press freedom organisations

Agreement leads to first Public TV Network in Latin America

National broadcasters from across Latin America sign new transnational agreement for joint work and an exchange of programming.