It is evident from all this that freedom of expression is not fully practised. It is subject to numerous direct or indirect constraints on the one hand, and the fear of repercussions that certain publicly revealed information might incite on the other hand. SCORES: Individual scores: 1, 2, 2, 4, 2, 3, 2, 3 Average score: 2.4 1.3 There are no laws restricting freedom of expression such as excessive official secrets or libel acts, or laws that unreasonably interfere with the responsibilities of media. ANALYSIS: The only admissible restrictions regarding freedom of expression are those listed in the constitution (respecting the rights of others and maintaining public order) and specific laws on the press (incitement of discrimination, hatred, violence). Madagascar does not have any laws regulating official secrets. This situation might be regarded as favourable for journalists but, in reality, it is a handicap in exercising their profession. Media have been harassed and pursued for publishing facts that were not secret but were then qualified as such by public authorities. SCORES: Individual scores: 1, 2, 1, 4, 2, 2, 1, 4 Average score: 2.1 1.4. Entry into and practise of the journalistic profession is legally unrestricted. ANALYSIS: No law controls entry into the profession of journalism. SCORES: Individual scores: 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 4 Average score: 4.9 26