Wenslus Murape
Herald Reporter
The Government is disappointed that NewsDay, a newspaper that is supposed to uphold professionalism and adhere to journalistic ethics of objectivity and impartiality, has embarked on misinformation and disinformation campaign claiming that President Mnangagwa is using parallel structures for his benefit.
In a statement last night, Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services Minister Dr Jenfan Muswere said while the Government had made remarkable strides in instituting legal and regulatory reforms in the media industry that have allowed the sector to flourish and effectively execute its duties, there were still pockets of outlets that were still exhibiting unprofessional traits.
He said President Mnangagwa is a democratically-elected President and First Secretary of ZANU PF, who will not use parallel structures to achieve anything.
“The outcome of the recent 2024 National People’s Conference is in black and white. All organs of the Party are confident in the President’s leadership,” said Dr Muswere.
“Intellectual and editorial laziness should not breed mischief and disrespect. The President adopted the servant leadership and open-door policy which has allowed the President, Head of State and Government flexibility to interact with all members of the society including Party structures and affiliates, etc.”
He said the media sector in general, and NewsDay in particular, should always verify and give the right of response in the spirit of factual and ethical reporting.
In its Wednesday edition, NewsDay alleged in a front page article that President Mnangagwa was using parallel structures to extend his term of office beyond 2028.
