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Despite many challenges in its way, media has stood on the side of truth

Victor Bwire.

After the World Press Freedom Day on Monday, we are taking stock of the gains, opportunities and challenges in the media industry, and trends that are affecting free and independent media.

Media are a strong player in shaping national development processes while at the same time being the most trusted institution. Press freedom is a fundamental human right that largely actualises freedom of expression and access to information provisions in our Constitution.

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