Malawi in the year under review is diversification. One of the print media publishing giants, Times Group, has ventured into television broadcasting and is set to also venture into radio. On a positive note, the move has created competition in the broadcast sector and might force state run MBC TV to be more professional and competitive. The move, however, is creating a media empire without much plurality across its spectra as the same people are responsible for creating all the content for the various platforms - Daily Times, Malawi News, Sunday Times and Times Television. In all respects, as noted in past reviews, the print media has managed to establish itself as a true watchdog and continues to expose mismanagement of public resources and the need for change and it is fair to say that despite its urban-centric approach, the print media remains a platform for critical debate and has been very instrumental in keeping the executive under check. LOOKING TO 2015 The year ahead promises more gains for the media and democracy as a whole. Several key bills – ATI, Communications and the E-Transactions Bill, will likely be tabled in Parliament in 2015. The challenge is not only to ensure these bills go to Parliament, but that the final products adhere to international instruments and standards. 42 So This is Democracy? 2014