Reyhana Masters shares an in-depth look at the politically charged landscape and obstacles to free expression and access to information in the lead-up to Zimbabwe's elections, featuring commentary by key stakeholders.
Former Daily News editor Nqobile Nyathi, who was appointed deputy chairperson of the Zimbabwe Media Commission was close to Deputy Prime Minister Thokozani Khupe and had authored several speeches for her. According to the United States embassy Nyathi along with lawyer Chris Mhike and journalist Miriam Madziwa were seen as reform-minded members of the commission.