There is need for the media (both public and private) to adhere to professional codes of journalism and basic tenets such as objectivity, balance, fairness and the public interest. These tenets are critical if the media are to serve the public and contribute to the attainment of functional democracy. iv. Enactment of media regulation and Access to Information Bills There is need for immediate enactment of the Access to Information Bill which has stalled for a long time. Similarly, the media regulation Bill must be reconsidered to provide full guarantee of self or co-regulation to improve media ethics adherence. v. Review of laws inimical to freedom of expression There is need for review of laws that continue to hinder the enjoyment of freedom of expression and other civil liberties as guaranteed by the Constitution. 39