VMCZ 2024 Annual Report
In 2024, the Voluntary Media Council of Zimbabwe (VMCZ) has made significant strides toward reinforcing media self-regulation and driving social transformation across Zimbabwe. Our work spans robust investigative journalism, a highly effectivemedia complaints mechanism, comprehensive...
2024 Media Complaints Report
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Call for Investigative Story Pitches on Climate Change
Call Number: 001/2025 The Voluntary Media Council of Zimbabwe (VMCZ) invites journalists (from print and broadcast media) and documentary filmmakers across Zimbabwe to pitch story ideas focused on climate change. We are looking for strong, creative story ideas that explore...
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALISM TRAINING ON CORRUPTION AND ILLICIT FINANCIAL FLOWS
Deadline: 15 April 2025 Voluntary Media Council of Zimbabwe invites Zimbabwean journalists who have an interest or report on corruption and illicit financial flows to apply for the training. About the programme This specialised training is designed to equip journalists with the knowledge and...
CALL FOR JOURNALISTS TO PARTICIPATE IN A TRAINING ON GENDER-RESPONSIVE REPORTING
Deadline: 9 April 2025 Are you a journalist passionate about driving social change and promoting gender equality? The Voluntary Media Council of Zimbabwe invites journalists from across the country to participate in a transformative Training on Gender-Responsive Reporting. Why...
CALL FOR JOURNALISTS TO PARTICIPATE IN GREENLENS JOURNALISM LAB- TRAINING ON CLIMATE CHANGE TRAINING
Deadline: 2 April 2025 Voluntary Media Council of Zimbabwe invites Zimbabwean journalists who have an interest or report on climate change issues to apply for investigative journalism training. About the programme VMCZ is implementing an Investigative Journalism Fund Programme on climate change...
Call for Proposal/ Terms of Reference (ToR): Trainer for Two One-Day Trainings on New Technologies, Digital Tools, and Forensics for Investigative Journalism in Zimbabwe
1. Background and Context The media landscape in Zimbabwe faces significant challenges, including limited access to reliable data, constrained resources in newsrooms, and inadequate technological infrastructure. Investigative journalists often lack the tools and skills to leverage new...
Research on AI and Ethical Considerations in Zimbabwean Newsrooms
The Voluntary Media Council of Zimbabwe (VMCZ) is proud to present its latest research report, "AI and Ethical Considerations in Zimbabwean Newsrooms." This groundbreaking study delves into the opportunities and challenges posed by the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in journalism,...
Revised VMCZ Code of Conduct
The Voluntary Media Council of Zimbabwe (VMCZ) is proud to announce the launch of its Revised Code of Conduct, a comprehensive update designed to address emerging trends and challenges in journalism. This updated code reflects our commitment to upholding the highest standards of ethical journalism...
Call for Consultant: 2024 Media Complaints Report
Position: Media Complaints Report Consultant Contract Type: Consultancy Duty Station: Remote/Home-Based Contract Dates: December 2024 Duration of Contract: 05-10 working days Application Deadline: 22 November 2024 at 1600hrs. Description of the Organisation and Assignment VMCZ is a professional...
