disabilities submitted that they be accommodated in terms of the provisions of this law to ensure inclusivity. MISA Zimbabwe and MAZ are in solidarity with this position and urge legislators to include these groups when debating the BAZ Board’s composition and ensuring that the regulatory authority’s regulations and policies mainstream inclusivity. 5.4 The national broadcaster, ZBC TV, extensively covered the public hearings, which, in the spirit of enhancing transparency in processes and access to information, should be commended. However, the state broadcaster was evidently biased in its coverage of the public hearings, with all stories focusing on those who supported the enactment of Section 38B regarding ZBC licence fees. The state broadcaster deliberately omitted other narratives that emerged from the public hearings, including the need for reform within the ZBC. This blatant bias in coverage and the promotion of narratives favourable to the state undermines trust in the national broadcaster and discourages citizens from voluntarily paying licence fees to it. MISA Zimbabwe and MAZ urge the national broadcaster to report fairly and professionally, ensuring that citizens’ diverse views are expressed on the publicly funded national platform. 5.5 MISA Zimbabwe and MAZ encourage members of the public and other civil society organisations that did not have the opportunity to participate in these public hearings to submit written contributions, particularly those that support the media law reform agenda. This parliamentary process offers a chance for the country to reform the broadcasting regulatory framework and enhance media freedom and diversity as promoted in Section 61 of 10