Ethiopia: Reforms Transformed Media, Says Ethiopian Media Authority Director-General
The Ethiopian Media Authority reports that recent reforms have successfully liberalized the media sector by removing licensing barriers and increasing content diversity. The Authority is now focusing on professional training and combating misinformation to ensure responsible journalism.
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Media reform is a central pillar of Ethiopia's democratic transition, balancing the need for increased freedom with the challenges of digital-era misinformation.
Addis Ababa - Ethiopian Media Authority Director-General Haimanot Zeleke said recent reforms have transformed the media by removing licensing bottlenecks, expanding access and content diversity, coupling greater freedom with stronger professional responsibility and capacity-building.
Ethiopia's media landscape has been significantly reshaped by the reforms, she added.
In an interview with the ENA, the Director-General noted that the changes have enabled media institutions to expand in type, number, accessibility and content, creating a more open and competitive environment for information flow between the public and the government.
"By reforming previous licensing bottlenecks in the media sector, opportunities have been created for numerous professionals and institutions wishing to enter the field," Haimanot said, adding that this has directly increased participation and diversified content.
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