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6/14/2025, 10:25:46 AM

*New threat to Journalists detected* By Anesu Masamvu | Journalist State-sponsored surveillance and spyware have become a fresh and dangerous threat to journalists and civil society actors across East and Southern Africa, a new report reveals. The report, titled "Surveillance/Spyware: An Impediment to Civil Society, HRDs and Journalists in East and Southern Africa", developed by Unwanted Witness Uganda in partnership with the Media Institute of Southern Africa (MISA), reveals that governments and corporations in countries such as Uganda, Kenya, Ethiopia, Malawi, South Africa, and Zimbabwe are deploying advanced surveillance tools to monitor, control, and suppress civil society organisations and human rights defenders. Journalists—often at the frontline of uncovering abuse and holding power to account, in line with the “fourth estate” role—are among the primary targets. The report was officially launched yesterday in Harare, with media stakeholders and civil society representatives in attendance. The findings paint a troubling picture of increasing digital repression and the weaponisation of spyware to stifle dissent in the region. While authorities often justify these surveillance tactics under the guise of national security, counterterrorism, or cybercrime prevention, the report asserts that such measures are frequently abused to infringe upon fundamental rights, including privacy, freedom of expression, and freedom of association—rights that are critical to a free and independent media. > “The mere suspicion of surveillance has forced some journalists to self-censor, avoiding sensitive topics out of fear of persecution,” the report states. This environment of fear has a direct impact on the ability of the media to act as a watchdog. When journalists are unable to report freely on corruption, human rights abuses, or government misconduct, the flow of critical information to the public is disrupted, and democratic accountability suffers. The report also warns of the growing misuse of anti-terrorism and cybersecurity laws, which are being applied arbitrarily to intimidate journalists and restrict civic space. It calls for the urgent development of robust data protection frameworks, greater transparency in the use of surveillance technologies, and legal reforms to safeguard digital rights. As countries in East and Southern Africa move toward deeper digital governance, the report urges governments to strike a balance between national security and the protection of human rights—particularly the rights of journalists and civil society actors who serve as the voice of accountability. For now, many journalists in the region continue to operate under the constant threat of invisible surveillance—acutely aware that their pursuit of truth may come at the cost of their freedom or personal safety. *_Image credit: Tafadzwa Tseisi (TPT Consultancy)_*

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6/11/2025, 11:11:23 AM

There are no bad dogs, only bad owners. Wisdom Masakure, also known as Dog Daddy, a professional dog trainer, was in the studio with @noxydivinediva and @simbamudereri. If you have a dog or are considering getting one, this is a must-watch!

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6/18/2025, 8:33:43 AM

*Tocky Vibes tears into artists who use controversy to sell music* Zimdancehall star Tocky Vibes is taking aim at what he calls a dangerous trend in the music industry—manufacturing controversy to stay in the spotlight. As he prepares to drop his upcoming album Mashangurapata in October, the outspoken artist is distancing himself from the rising culture of attention-seeking scandals used to promote music. Tocky believes the obsession with clout has hijacked the true essence of music, stripping away its authenticity and replacing it with staged chaos. He says some artists are now more focused on trending than creating meaningful content. With Mashangurapata, Tocky is promising substance over spectacle—insisting that real life, not rehearsed drama, should inspire art. Full interview here: https://youtu.be/HPAOPZvtrNM *_For updates, follow ZiFM Stereo News on various digital media platforms:_* 𝕏: https://x.com/ZiFMNews?t=KatPk5aV2Q1Dj-tmDBHYoA&s=09 WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb2R9WiLNSa6KqpemG3l Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zifmstereonews?_t=ZM-8u1LTaeFkKj&_r=1 Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@zifmstereonewsroom?si=Q4Qp2CufD0FBDrfz ✉ [email protected] 🌐 https://zifmstereo.co.zw #MyStationYourStation 📻 🎙

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6/14/2025, 4:13:23 PM

Reports say former Foreign Affairs Minister Walter Mzembi will spend the weekend in custody after Harare magistrate Donald Ndirowei postponed to Monday a hearing into his bid to cancel three outstanding arrest warrants. Mzembi was reportedly arrested on Friday, just two days after allegedly meeting with President Emmerson Mnangagwa. The arrest warrants stem from his failure to attend trial in 2018 on corruption-related charges. Mzembi has been living in exile in South Africa since 2018, claiming he fled to avoid political persecution.

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6/17/2025, 8:40:44 AM

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6/9/2025, 2:18:25 PM

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5/21/2025, 10:53:55 AM

New music from the talented Eden Lang with her latest track titled “Thank You”. Are you feeling the track? 👍 or 👎

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2/17/2025, 2:29:52 PM

The wait is over! Jah Prayzah drops his highly-anticipated single ‘Mandionei’! Listen now and let us know what you think! https://www.instagram.com/p/DGKy0W0AwT3/?igsh=bnVxb2UxY2Z4cW1q

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2/25/2025, 7:24:55 AM

Previously on the Rush! ZRP has a working hotline you can call😳 If you want to report a crime or have an emergency, it's just one call away Misred confirmed this!!