Seven contributors explore the complex interface between the media and democracy. They consider legislative and policy environments necessary for the media to play a meaningful role in building democracy. While the book focus on south Africa, two contributors provide international perspectives on questions pertinent to media today.
Seven contributors explore the complex interface between the media and democracy. They consider legislative and policy environments necessary for the media to play a meaningful role in building democracy. While the book focus on south Africa, two contributors provide international perspectives on questions pertinent to media today.
Introduction – Jane Duncan and Mandla Seleoane
1. Editorial democracy: a fight for our space 2. South African media: current outlook and climate for press freedom- John Manyara
3. Freedom of expression and interim constitution – Gilbert Marcus
4. The media and the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC).-John Majapelo
5. Ownership and control of media in South Africa.-Clive Emdon
6. Comtask and information technology- Steven Mncube
7. Civil Society and the Media- Clive Emdon
8. Community media: a price we can afford- Karen Thorne
Selected Bibliography