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"It will address membership, qualifications, expectations, training, and the professionalization of media practitioners as we progress toward becoming an upper-middle-income society."
"Jenfan Muswere responded, "What additional issues will the Media Practitioners Bill address?""
"No, there won’t be any conflict. The council will operate under delegated authority, with the secretariat still part of the Zimbabwe Media Commission. The Commission, as a Chapter 12 institution, holds the ultimate responsibility and authority over media matters. However, there's a need to further professionalize the field, address additional issues, and clearly define who qualifies as a journalist. Currently, registration could include various individuals, but we need to establish educational standards. The first and most essential step is recognizing journalism as a profession, which will set the foundation for developing the industry.""
"Jenfan Muswere responded, "Will a Media Council not conflict with the Zimbabwe Media Commission? What role will the council play?""
"We need to establish strong ethics and a code of conduct. Journalists and media practitioners should be accountable for their actions, whether positive or negative. There must be a complaints mechanism that allows the public to report issues within the media industry, as well as a system for media practitioners to address concerns among themselves, helping to resolve challenges within the field."
"Muswere responded, "What steps can we take to develop the industry?""
"Of utmost importance is Zimbabwe's foreign policy "we are friends to all and enemies to none."
"Jenfan Muswere stated during an exclusive interview with Sputnik Africa"
"We are dedicated to defending, advancing, and preserving the achievements of our liberation struggle."
"Jenfan Muswere addressed Sunday News"
"Under the leadership of His Excellency President Mnangagwa, more than 7,000 projects have been completed, the majority of which have been commissioned."
"Some of the projects involve energy, mining, and various infrastructure developments, including the Beitbridge-Masvingo Road, the Beitbridge-Harare Road, and the construction of Marovanyati and Muchekeranwa Dams, among many others. These initiatives are part of our goal to become an economically empowered upper-middle-income society by 2030."