- M&G denies cash flow problems - The Mail & Guardian has denied a report that it is in financial trouble, that staff were unpaid for months, and that it is subsidising its owner’s business interests in Zimbabwe.
- Swazi editor convicted of contempt - Respected Swaziland editor Bheki Makhubu and human rights lawyer Thulani Maseko have been convicted of contempt of court.
- Terror charges for Ethiopian journalists - A group of Ethiopian bloggers and journalists have been charged with terrorism for allegedly having links to an outlawed group and planning attacks.
- DA in court for Motsoeneng’s removal - ThE Democratic Alliance has labelled controversial SABC chief operations officer Hlaudi Motsoeneng an admitted liar and fraud in an urgent high court application to have him removed from office.
Opportunities
- Ruth First Fellowship 2014 - The Annual Ruth First Memorial lecture is scheduled for 14 August at 6pm, with the theme “Radio Realignments in SA Politics”.
- Young journos award - Journalists are invited to enter a competition recognising young journalists working in the developing world.
- Investigative grants - The Fund for Investigative Journalists offers grants of up to $5000 to support investigative reporting projects.
- Virtual fellowship on climate change - The Climate Change Journalism Virtual Fellowship will give 10 professional journalists from Europe, Asia and Africa who do not regularly cover the environment the opportunity to speak with high-level, global experts on climate change.
Enjoy the rest of your week!
The jocoza team
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