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MediaMattersZA @mediamatterza.bsky.social · Aug 12

Congratulations to the top 6 finalists of the Isu Elihle Awards 2025! 🎉 🏆

Your powerful story ideas champion children’s rights and we cannot wait to see the full coverage of each story idea.🏆
Stay tuned for the next steps!

Read more: ow.ly/H2os50WEI5X

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MediaMattersZA @mediamatterza.bsky.social · Aug 11

📢Isu Elihle Top 6 Announcement

Join us tommorow as we announce the top 6 finalists for 2025! These phenomenal story ideas centre children's rights and amplifies their voices.

Be there and do not miss out!

🕛 Time : 18:30pm
🔗 Link: ow.ly/TfOj50WC3PA
#IsuElihle2025

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MediaMattersZA @mediamatterza.bsky.social · Jul 16

#MMAinTheMedia: The SABC celebrates its 75th anniversary.

The public broadcaster aired its first bulletin on radio in 1950. To reflect on the reporting of SABC News, adhering to its editorial codes, we are joined in the studio by MMA's Director - William Bird.

WATCH: ow.ly/aRN850WqsZS

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MediaMattersZA @mediamatterza.bsky.social · Jul 8

The Spotters Network

The Spotters Network is a community of people who are concerned about the rise of digital offences on social media platforms such as Disinformation, Incitement and Hate speech.

Read more : ow.ly/2vKQ50Wm8qC
For more info: [email protected]

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MediaMattersZA @mediamatterza.bsky.social · Jul 4

Disinformation isn’t always obvious—and it’s not always about big issues.

Verify the reliability of your content:
When was it written & is there any new information since this date?
If it is questionable, submit your complaints @real411.org.za

See more: real411.org.za

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MediaMattersZA @mediamatterza.bsky.social · Jul 4

Quarterly wrapped: June Newsletter

In our latest newsletter, we reflect on the key moments, impactful dialogues, and ongoing efforts that shaped the month of June.
We remain committed to fostering a media environment that strives for an open and trusted information.

READ : ow.ly/FCNQ50WkiyY

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MediaMattersZA @mediamatterza.bsky.social · Apr 4

REAL 411🔎

Think before you share. 💭
Spot something false or harmful online? Report it on Real411 and help build a truth-driven society.

See more: real411.org

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MediaMattersZA @mediamatterza.bsky.social · Apr 1

March Wrapped is here!

👀 Have you seen our latest newsletter?
Bringing you key media activities , top highlights, and must-know updates we've engaged in!

Don’t miss out—catch up now! 📩
Read and subscribe: bit.ly/42zQj0L

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MediaMattersZA @mediamatterza.bsky.social · Mar 28

Too often, children's voices are left out of the news, and their stories are told without their best interests in mind.

The Isu Elihle Awards are back to celebrate child-centric journalism!
Submissions open on 5 May—stay tuned for more details.

Read more: t.co/Zehv5eDYgN

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MediaMattersZA @mediamatterza.bsky.social · Mar 28

Coming soon: March wrapped!

The latest updates, straight to your inbox!📥
Our latest newsletter is packed with insights, updates, and stories you don’t want to miss.

👀 Stay ahead—subscribe now: shorturl.at/m8PoT

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MediaMattersZA @mediamatterza.bsky.social · Mar 28

Coming soon: March Wrapped!📅

The latest updates, straight to your inbox!📥
Our latest newsletter is packed with insights, updates, and stories you don’t want to miss.

👀 Stay ahead—subscribe now: ow.ly/fmR650Vqftt

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MediaMattersZA @mediamatterza.bsky.social · Mar 24

[RECAP] Human Rights Festival 2025✊

#HRF2025 was a powerful gathering of activists & communities, sparking vital conversations on justice, dignity & equality.
From panel discussion to impactful storytelling, we deepened our commitment to human rights.
Thank you to all who joined and took action!

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MediaMattersZA @mediamatterza.bsky.social · Mar 20

[REPORT]🗞️: BROADCASTING DEMOCRACY? Analyzing the SABC'S role in the 2024 elections

This report, examines whether the SABC met its obligation to provide fair and balanced election coverage as required by the entity’s own editorial guidelines during 2024 elections.

Read more: ow.ly/P61h50VlcXl

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MediaMattersZA @mediamatterza.bsky.social · Mar 19

As mis-disinformation rises, the need to protect information integrity has never been greater. How do we safeguard the truth in a digital world ?💡

Join us at the Human Rights Festival for a discussion on Building Information Integrity in a Time of Right-Wing Facism.

📅 21 March 2025

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MediaMattersZA @mediamatterza.bsky.social · Mar 18

Article 12🗞️

Over the weekend, Media Monitoring Africa's Web Rangers successfully hosted the new Article 12 members. It was a 2-day work filled with valuable insights on compiling a submission.

#WebRangersSA
#Article12

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MediaMattersZA @mediamatterza.bsky.social · Mar 14

Human Rights Festival📅

As Human Rights Month unfolds, we remember the transformative energy of the 2024 Human Rights Festival—a gathering that echoed our vision for a fairer society. Human rights are part of what propels us forward every day.

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MediaMattersZA @mediamatterza.bsky.social · Mar 13

A GUIDE TO RESPONSIBLE SOCIAL MEDIA COVERAGE OF CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE CASES🗞️

Avoid naming or identifying underage victims, directly or indirectly, to protect their identity- even if
they've shared this information themselves on social media.

Read more: bit.ly/3QIr2f4

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MediaMattersZA @mediamatterza.bsky.social · Mar 12

MMA in The Media🗞️

Platforms aren’t only nice to haves, but equal access to the internet is increasingly recognised as a human right. The common ways of interfacing with information is increasingly through the platforms.

READ MORE: bit.ly/4kL4kRe

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MediaMattersZA @mediamatterza.bsky.social · Mar 12

MEDIA RELEASE🗞️

The term “pornography” is typically associated with consenting adults engaging in nudity & sexual activity. When applied to acts involving children, there is no place for that term—only abuse and criminality.

Read more: bit.ly/3FhEXWV

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MediaMattersZA @mediamatterza.bsky.social · Mar 11

PRESS STATEMENT🗞️

MMA expresses concern over the prevalent use of the term “child pornography” in news reports concerning the recent arrests of individuals found in possession of large quantities of what should more accurately be termed “child sexual abuse material” (CSAM).

Read: bit.ly/3FhEXWV

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MediaMattersZA @mediamatterza.bsky.social · Mar 10

Something new is on the horizon... 🌟

Big changes are on the way! 🚀

MMA is evolving. Can you guess what’s coming?

Visit our page to see the our work and effort that we put into cultivating a responsible, high-quality media sector that defends human rights.

ow.ly/wwIP50VeF6K

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MediaMattersZA @mediamatterza.bsky.social · Mar 7

REAL 411: HOW TO SPOT DISINFORMATION🔎

Disinformation spreads like wildfire , but you can join the fight to stop it ! Before you share, think critically and verify information.

Submit your complaints and report disinformation: www.real411.org.za
#Real411Fridays

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MediaMattersZA @mediamatterza.bsky.social · Mar 6

MMA in The Media🗞️

“Whether the outcome is there or not and the media is saved, the reality is that this is a very strong, clear, unambiguous defence of our constitutional framework and an attempt to recognise the value and importance of news media.”
- William Bird, MMA Director.

bit.ly/4kH6guj

MediaMattersZA @mediamatterza.bsky.social · Mar 6

Isu Elihle 🌟

The Isu Elihle Awards are opening on 5 May 2025! 🗓️
Get ready to submit your story ideas that put children’s issues in the spotlight.

Stay tuned for more details! 👀

Read more: ow.ly/gOhN50VbAmB

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MediaMattersZA @mediamatterza.bsky.social · Mar 5

Community Media Report🗞️

On May 29, 2024, South Africa held its 7th National & Provincial Elections, marking 30 years of democracy.
This pivotal election introduced significant reforms, including the participation of independent candidates and a new three-ballot system.

Read more: bit.ly/3XsvOB4

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