Elektronische Zeitschrift
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- Ausgabe2012
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Tanzania�s two constitution�s guarantee freedom of expression and a Freedom of Information Bill is being discussed. However, a string of restrictive laws are being used by the government of Tanzania to clamp down on freedom of expression and any media that do not �toe the line�. Furthermore, it is still very difficult to obtain publicly held information. The Tanzania Broadcasting Corporation (TBC) is state controlled to the extent that TBC journalists do not seem to attend press conferences held by NGOs which are critical of the state. Even so, the media landscape in Tanzania is diverse and highly competitive with 763 registered newspapers, 85 radio stations and 26 TV stations, though media coverage focuses on politics and sports. Investigative reporting is rare as journalists are afraid of negative consequences, in particular if it involves sensitive topics like �corruption�. Newspapers tend to slant articles in favour of their owners. Distribution of newspapers in rural areas is a challenge due to poor infrastructure. Generally, there are equal employment opportunities in media houses. However, there is a lack of permanent employment and not many people with disabilities are recruited.