Cronin's views on journalism confusing, ignorant - Raymond Louw

[Issa Sikiti da Silva] SACP deputy secretary-general Jeremy Cronin's letter, in which he expressed this week his views on the state of the media in South Africa, is confusing and reveals his ignorance about how newspapers operate, media rights campaigner and veteran editor Raymond Louw told Bizcommunity.com last night, Thursday, 17 March 2011. 18 Mar 2011 10:55

New law introduces media censorship

[Issa Sikiti da Silva] Journalists, editors and publishers ‘not recognised' by the South African press ombudsman and ‘not adhering to its code of conduct' face the prospect of being jailed for five years or a fine, or both, if they fail to submit their copies or material prior to publication or broadcast, exhibition or distribution to the Films and Publications Board (FPB) for approval. This is according to the newly-signed Films and Publications Amendment Act 3 of 2009. 7 Sep 2009 08:12

WASPA says no to cell ads for kids

The Wireless Application Service Providers' Association of South Africa (WASPA) has set out clear television advertising regulations for its members in a bid to protect minors from exposure to inappropriate ads for cellular subscription services. 16 Mar 2009 09:44