The Voluntary Media Council of Zimbabwe (VMCZ) recently held a special ceremony to honour Rtd. Justice Smith, the Chairperson of its Media Complaints Committee, for his outstanding service and dedication as a member of the Media Complaints Handling Committee. The ceremony, attended by VMCZ Board members and the Secretariat, celebrated Justice Smith’s unwavering commitment to promoting media accountability and ethical journalism in Zimbabwe.
Rtd. Justice Smith who served as a VMCZ board member since 2009, has played a pivotal role in ensuring fair and impartial resolution of media-related disputes, reinforcing the importance of professionalism and transparency within the industry. His guidance and leadership helped shape VMCZ’s approach to promoting ethical journalism and fostering accountability in the media.
Speaking at the ceremony, VMCZ Board Chairperson Alec Muchadehama expressed deep appreciation for Justice Smith’s leadership, saying, “It was an honour working alongside Justice Smith. His demand for excellence in all aspects of the complaints handling process elevated our work and pushed us to maintain the highest standards of integrity. His meticulous attention to detail and insistence on getting things right have been invaluable to our mission.”
The Chairperson’s remarks highlighted Justice Smith’s influence in fostering a culture of excellence within VMCZ and his critical role in ensuring that media complaints were handled with the utmost fairness and precision.
VMCZ Executive Director Loughty Dube also echoed these sentiments, thanking Justice Smith for his dedication to upholding responsible journalism. “Justice Smith’s contributions have left a lasting impact on our organization and the media landscape in Zimbabwe. His service has been instrumental in strengthening trust between the media and the public,” the Director said.
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