SECTOR 1

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:

1.4 (2005 = n/a; 2007 = n/a;
2009 = 1.2; 2011 = 2.0)

Average score for sector 1:

2.7

The quintessence of Section 6 is the creation of a mandatory licensing system for journalists. It inhibits a media
practitioner from reporting unless he/ she is registered and accredited by the Executive Committee. The provision
represents a substantial limitation on freedom of expression and media freedom - See more at: http://www.mmegi.
bw/index.php?sid=6&aid=8&dir=2009/March/Tuesday17#sthash.2jDk82Pt.dpuf

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