SECTOR 2 There is a need to broaden the scope of voices in print and on radio and television. The media do not reflect the ethnic or religious diversities in Zimbabwean society. Voices from the white or Asian communities are hardly heard or read about because these groups are wary of their status in the country. When religious issues are covered, the media focus on Christianity or traditional African beliefs. Minority faiths such as Islam are hardly ever reflected. Print media published by Zimpapers as well as the state broadcaster do not even attempt to reflect the diversity of political views in the country – they continue to be blatant mouthpieces of ZANU PF (see indicators 2.4 and section 3) even under the ‘new’ political dispensation. Scores: Individual scores: 1 Country does not meet indicator 2 Country meets only a few aspects of indicator. 3 Country meets some aspects of indicator 4 Country meets most aspects of indicator 5 Country meets all aspects of the indicator Average score: 1.7 (2008: n/a ; 2006: n/a) 2.9 The country has a coherent ICT policy, which aims to meet the information needs of all citizens, including marginalised communities. Analysis: There is an ICT policy that was formulated without any form of broad consultation beyond that of involving industry players. The newly created Ministry of Information Communication Technology is impenetrable – it is difficult to access and hostile rather than open to any outside advice. The department is regarded as rather weak in governance and structure and has produced nothing of substance so far. AFRICAN MEDIA BAROMETER ZIMBABWE 2010 39