By highlighting national shortcomings, the media hold the leadership to account in the discharge of their duties. Because they are a watchdog of society, on the lookout for indiscretions, the media have often attracted censure or worse. Media are in the forefront in the fight against corruption and other social evils. AdvertisementToday, the most devastating challenge is the coronavirus pandemic that is wreaking havoc globally, with more than 240,000 deaths and 3.4 million infections. Today’s celebration of World Media Freedom Day comes as media, other businesses and organisations are reeling under the coronavirus scourge.

Source: Daily Nation May 02, 2020 20:48 UTC