The laws that regulate broadcasting and publishing aren’t just there to protect the public or your sources, some who may be particularly vulnerable. They’re also there to protect you and your colleagues – whether you’re a journalist, content producer, editor or media manager. These regulations have been specifically developed to also protect press freedom and the role of the media as a core pillar of democracy. 

When journalists step outside the confines of the law, the reputation, integrity and credibility of the entire industry suffers. One misstep can add fuel to the fire of media critics and propaganda machines and negatively affect public trust in news reporting and media coverage, both nationally and globally. 

Our fraycollege training will introduce you to the various laws that regulate the media industry in and around South Africa. Veteran journalist, Des Latham, will shed light on the legal limitations, but also the subsequent opportunities, when reporting on a wide variety of stories and beats.

Join us to navigate defamation and privacy laws, hate speech and national security regulations, contempt of court and sub judice. The training will also provide you with practical guidelines for accessing legal information, protecting your sources and engaging media law institutions in and around the country.

 The course consists of eight modules, one test and one assignment.